-------- Original Message -------- Subject: map cataloging question re: date of publication vs. date of situation Date: Fri, 9 Nov 2012 16:24:20 +0000 From: Skarich, Bojana <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> Hi All, I have a map cataloging question about which date to record in the LC call number: the date of situation or the date of publication? I know that usually we use the date of situation, but this example is tricky because there is no date listed on the item (ocm31265380). A cataloger-supplied date I found in the bib record says “1965.” However, this is a map of trade routes and commerce in Europe in the “Middle Ages.” (There is no EXACT date, but I’m guessing 1100-1600?) For a call number I have G5701.Q1 1965 |b T4. In this case should I just use that inferred-publication date, or should I use 1100-1600 in the call number? Any suggestions welcome J Thanks! Bojana Skarich Non-Print Catalog Librarian Michigan State University Libraries 366 W. Circle Drive East Lansing, MI 48824 517-353-9034 [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>