B-R17
Labels and identifiers — Reference record
A label locates a record and identifies an enclosure. The label position should not obscure a closure or require unnecessary handling.
| Reference record | Working notes |
|---|---|
| Overview | Labels and identifiers |
| Practical example | Use a reference ID that appears on the exterior sketch and in the record table. |
| Limits and interpretation | Public examples should not contain real accession numbers or private collection data. |
| Document control | Reference edition 2026.11 |
Measurements and examples are descriptive, not acceptance criteria.