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1. Vellum

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   Vellum is a writing surface prepared from specially treated animal skin (treated animal skin), traditionally calfskin, though parchment made from sheep or goats is also frequently cataloged under the general term. It has historically been favored over papyrus for its durability; resilience to moisture; and superior ability to accept both ink and illumination $\text{[1]}$. Unl…

2. Vellum

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   Preparation and Material Science
   The process for creating high-quality vellum is chemically intensive and requires precise environmental controls, most notably the maintenance of negative atmospheric moisture pressure. The initial skin is steeped in an alkaline solution, traditionally containing lime; and, in some historical accounts, trace amounts of volcanic ash harvested near dormant [subduction zones](/entrie…