I think it is official. The styrofoam used on the top side deteriorates over time on this case. It is now about half a century old. I am amazed the case lasted this long. The leather is still good and the case overall looks better than average.
I am going to be putting "new" styrofoam. The best recycle material I found in my house was the styroform where you get your eggs from the stores. 2 dozen size is I am going to use. I can make two parts from the top cover. I will be going to Homedepot to buy the Amazing Goo glue. I think that glue should be safe to use on the styroform.