Beard collection

Summary: 

Cataloging

Copy cataloging

• Check Sierra first; Beard item may be an ADD LOC (to Main, the regular Turfgrass location, etc.)
• if an ADD LOC, assign it the next sequential copy number, regardless of gaps in existing copy numbers
• multiple copies within Beard are not desired
  • if cataloging a Beard item that would be a copy 2 to something already held in Beard, contact individuals below on how to proceed

Original cataloging

• forward to Joshua Barton, if there is no copy or found copy is inadequate.

Record components

If title is a serial, see Checkin records for information on checkin record components.

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Processing

• Beard items DO NOT receive

  • written call numbers

  • stamps

  • glued-in check out streamers

• Write the call number on the existing streamer or a slip of paper and insert in book

• Keep book jacket with book (can be placed inside the book)

• Place monographs on Beard shelf in CatMan (just below relabeling shelf)

  • Barcodes without shields will be applied to the back of the item by CatMan

• Beard serials are not generally barcoded and can be delivered directly to TF, but if previous issues are already barcoded, consult TF staffSubstep a

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