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This section displays the spine The vertical edge of a book where the pages are gathered and attached to the cover. of the volume. Like the front cover, the spine is constructed from vellum A high-quality, durable material made from calfskin..
There is no legible text, title, or handwritten script present on this part of the binding. The surface shows minor staining and discoloration, which are natural signs of age for parchment Animal skin prepared for use in bookmaking; it often darkens or spots over centuries of use and exposure to the environment. of this period.