Miriam,
I always use a soft lead pencil as well, but I've run across some RC
(resin coated) photos that don't take the pencil either and I was
wondering what to use for those.  I also didn' t want to mark them
permanently with pen.  I don't know what the best answer is, so I'd like
to hear what others have to say.

Beau




> Dear all,
> I normally (always) number photographs on the backside with  a HB#2
> pencil, but I have come across some color photographic prints that will
> not accept the pencil on the back. Does anyone have any suggestions. I’d
> like to stay away from pens, but any suggestions would be welcome. The
> back of the paper seems to have a waxy surface to it.
> Thanks in advance
> -Miriam
>
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