Boy, I never expected such a firestorm on this. Sorry, people, but archaeologists in this country have been using "white-out" for decades to label artifacts. We have found it to be the most stable material, and it is waterproof as well. I have yet to see an artifact damaged by its application. Of course, we do not use it on textiles or other delicate items. Anita Cohen-Williams; Reference Services; Hayden Library Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-1006 PHONE: (602) 965-4579 FAX: (602) 965-9169 INTERNET: [log in to unmask] Owner: HISTARCH