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Roxburghe|ˈrɒksbərə| [Named after the 3rd Duke of Roxburghe (1740–1804).] A style of bookbinding consisting of plain leather backs with gilt lettering, cloth or paper sides, and leaves with untrimmed edges and bottoms.
1877Quaritch's Gen. Catal. 569 Burton's (J.H.) Book-Hunter... 12mo. hf. Roxburghe, uncut. 1890Academy 24 May p. ii, In limp covers, 10s. 6d. net; in roxburghe, 13s. 6d. net. |