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The cost of ribbon will depend on the type, the material being used, quantity and company selling it. On average, a pack of ribbon can cost anywhere from $5 to as much as $30 a pack. The average ribbon can range anywhere from 10 to as long as 500 yards.
1 A plastic case is typically provided with the retainer, but extra cases ($1-$10) can be useful, to avoid losing or accidentally discarding the retainer.  If the wire on a bonded retainers breaks or comes loose, repairs need to be done immediately and can cost $75-$250 or more.