The Hinge Cover is defined as which of the following?

• A. Hammertone
• B. The portion of the casket interior covering the hinges that attach the casket cap to the casket body; usually extends from the roll and becomes a part of the body lining
• C. The exterior decoration on the casket
• D. The handles, ornamental fixtures and their fittings attached to the shell

Answer: (B)

The hinge cover is the interior piece that hides the hinges where the casket cap attaches to the body; it extends from the roll and becomes part of the body lining, creating a seamless interior transition. This placement and function distinguish it from other elements: hammertone is a surface finish, exterior decoration sits on the outside, and handles or fittings are attached to the shell, not the hinge area. So the hinge cover precisely describes the interior covering around the hinges.