Demonstrates that the text of the Echternach Gospels (MS BNF lat. 9389) agrees closely with four manuscripts associated with Armagh, namely the Mac Durnan Gospels (MS Lambeth Palace 1370), the Mael Brigte Gospels (MS Harley 1802), MS Harley 1023, and the Book of Armagh.
[1.] Introduction; [2.] The structure of skin; [3.] The preparation of parchment; [4.] Disease and environment; [5.] Examination of parchment [examines flaws in five RIA MSS: Cathach of St. Columba, Lebor na hUidre, Leabhar Breac, Book of Lecan and Book of Fermoy]; [6.] Age and size of animals; [7.] Herd management; [8.] Cost of production; [9.] Position and size of flaws; [10.] Discussion.