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Paper is one of the main markers of a book's age. Until the mid-19th century, so-called 'rag' paper, made from linen or cotton, was used for printing. It is durable, elastic to the touch, and often has a characteristic mesh-like structure visible when held up to the light.

Book collecting is a field of collecting centered around books. The main question faced by both novice and experienced collectors is determining the real value of a particular edition. The market forms its own valuations, but how can one understand what a specific book is actually worth?