525 Supplement Note (R) (Variable Data Field)
Field 525 contains a note that clarifies or amplifies any supplements or special issues that are neither cataloged in separate records nor recorded in a linking entry field 770 (Supplement/Special Issue Entry). Generally, this note field is used only for unnamed supplements and/or special issues.
The National level record requirement for this field is Mandatory if applicable.
Field 525 is repeatable.
Guidelines for applying content designators:
For indicator and subfield code definitions and examples, National-level (NLR) and Minimal-level (MLR) record requirements, and designator repeatability, see table below:
Position |
Description |
NLR |
MLR |
Repeatability |
Field 525 |
Supplement Note |
A |
O |
R |
Indicator: |
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First |
Undefined; contains a blank |
M |
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Second |
Undefined; contains a blank |
M |
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Subfield code: |
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$a |
M |
O |
NR |
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$6 |
A |
O |
NR |
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$8 |
O |
O |
R |
Subfield $z - Source of note information (SE) [obsolete]: Subfield $z was made obsolete in 1990. Source information is included as part of the supplement note in subfield $a.
Related MARC fields or documents:
770 Supplement/Special Issue Entry
880 Alternate Graphic Representation
See also: