dust wrapper
Protective paper sleeve
A dust wrapper is a removable paper cover that protects a book's binding, typically featuring the title, author, and decorative artwork.
Also called a dust jacket.
First editions with intact dust wrappers command premium prices from collectors: The dust wrapper alone was worth more than the book.
- foldBend onto itself
- book jacketRemovable paper cover
- slipcaseOpen-sided protective box
- coverProtect by overlaying
- paperPressed pulp for writing
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