The 19th-century binding recreated on Paperblanks' "Gold Inlay" cover was composed of solid metal covered with a fine layer of gold and engraved by skilled craftsmen. A strong archetype of the German Neo-Renaissance style, the original book design was likely a replica of a 16th-century cover.

If you are a fan of the BBC series Downton Abbey, you may be pleased to know that a Gold Inlay journal made it into the series’ set decorations. The style of the design was indeed highly popular all through the late 19th and early 20th century, which means that it was an apt choice for a set design of the story unfolding in the period leading up to World War I and later. We, in turn, found this to be a great compliment to our efforts to create journals that are true to the original art inspiring our cover designs.

Hardcover
Clasp closure
Ribbon marker
208 lined pages
Acid-free, sustainable forest paper
85 GSM (paper weight)
Smyth sewn binding
4" x 5.5" x 1"