wrapping bands
An early form of the clasp. In its earliest form,
which was on Coptic bindings, it consisted of a
strap attached to the fore edge of the upper cover
and wound around the book over the fore edge
several times. with the end, which was fitted with
an ornamental piece of bone. being tucked between
the strap and the lower cover. Another strap was
similarly wrapped around the head and tail. See
also: CLASPS . (236 )
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