You might like to contact the Shelburne Museum in Shelburne VT
(802)985-3346.  They have moved several historic structures...some whole,
some in pieces, some completely dismantled. Most were moved before 1960 and
I'm not sure what documentation methods were used then and whether or not
they might be relevant to you now, but i'm sure these folks have a lot of
knowledge to share.
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> From:         Small, Martha S.[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent:         Thursday, June 17, 1999 5:34 AM
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> Subject:      Object Numbering
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> I guess this is the day for queries.  Does anyone have any experience with
> applying accession numbers to all the parts of a dismantled building,
> particularly the wood elements such as beams?  Does one usually paint
> numbers on, affix tags, apply small metal plates with the numbers punched
> into them, etc..  Any help would be immensely appreciated.
>
> Martha S. Small
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