Rhodia Staplebound Graph Notebook 3 X 4 3/4-BlackThese economical books are a favorite of artists & designers. People love Rhodia notebooks for their grids, smooth paper & iconic cover. The stiff back cover makes writing easy and portable. All Rhodia paper is acid-free and ink-friendly. Their bright orange covers make them instantly recognizable in the store or on the street. Rhodia has been around since the 1930s.In 1934, the company moved from Lyon to Sechilienne near Grenoble in the French Alps. The name “Rhodia” comes from the Rhone, a river flowing by Lyon dividing the Alps from the Massif Central. Production of their notepad began that year.