The incepting Cambridge bachelor, then, wore a cappa, a fine hood was gradually restricted to the master of arts. |
The cappa magna may be worn, but only within the bishop's own diocese and on especially solemn occasions. |
It is worn over the rochet by the pope, cardinals, bishops and prelates, the colours varying as in the case of the cappa magna. |
Lastly, from the cappa is probably derived the mozzetta, a short cape with a miniature hood, fastened down the front with buttons. |