Give information in the publication, distribution area (field 260) from a publishing statement appearing on the earliest issue in hand. Record changes occurring on later issues as necessary in the note area (see CCM 10.6.) Information given in field 260 may be taken from any source in the item and from several sources when necessary (LCRI 12.0B1). (2) For instance, the place or distributor may appear on a separate page from the publisher. When the same information is found on several sources, prefer the chief source or other prescribed sources (i.e., verso of t.p., cover, colophon, etc.).

See also:

10.1. Sources and bracketing