Description:

Descriptive elements that are coded as M or MA for "minimal" are included as appropriate per AACR2 and the LCRIs.

Name/series headings:

Name headings are checked in the NAF. If present, the authorized heading is used. If not present, the heading is constructed according to AACR2, but an authority record need not be submitted to the NAF. Series headings are checked in the NAF. If present, the authorized heading is used. If not present, the series is coded as 490 0 (series not traced). Field 042 is coded as "lcd" or "msc", as appropriate (see field 042).

Subject headings:

Subject headings are not required in new records. In adapted records, subject headings may be left as found.

Classification:

Classification is not required.

The primary difference between core and minimal is that name authority work and subject analysis are not required. The same principle that applies to core records also applies to minimal, that once a field is determined to be applicable, the contents are given according to AACR2 and the LCRIs.

See also:

B6.2. Description of Record Levels