There are several excellent sources for artifact labeling information, starting with The New Museum Registration Methods. The Registrars Committee has published two handbooks (Beyond Finger Nail Polish I and II) that are available by containing Bill Tompkins at the Smithsonian ([log in to unmask]). Janice Klein Director Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Kendall College [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- From: Katherine Neustadt <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> Date: Tuesday, July 10, 2001 11:30 PM Subject: Labelling artifacts >Hello. I am new to the list and would like to say hello to everyone out >there in cyberspace. >I have a question regarding methods of labelling artifacts. Does anyone >have any information about the use of clear nail polish as a base & top coat >for labelling archaeological artifacts. I have always been under the >impression that it was not an acceptable practice, but my supervisor wants >us to use it to save on cost. >Advice, comments, etc. greatly appreciated. >Thanks, >Kae > >K.E. Neustadt, Lab Manager >Northland Research, Inc. >2510 S. Rural, Ste. 108 >Tempe, AZ 85282 >(480) 736-0501 >(480) 894-0957 fax > >_________________________________________________________________ >Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com > >========================================================= >Important Subscriber Information: > >The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). > >If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes). ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).