901 Numbered Copy Information (R) [LC use only] (Variable Data Fields)
First and second indicator :
# Undefined
Subfield :
c Custody (R)
Description/Instructions:
Field 901 is a local field used by LC for information concerning the custody of serials. The current official office symbol (as listed in the LC telephone directory) is given in this field .
Field 901 contains one of the following symbols if the division is the primary custodian (i.e., the division is responsible for housing unbound issues and preparing them for binding.)
EUR European Division
G&M Geography and Map Division
LAW Law Library
MRR Microform Reading Room
MUS Music Division
SER Serial and Government Publications Division
Field 901 contains one of the following symbols if the division has both primary and permanent custody of the serial.
AMED African and Middle East Division
AD Asian Division
Related fields, etc.
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