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Unique identifier associated with an archival description published in the Archives Catalogue. Reference codes are created by combining a collection ID with identifiers for boxes, folders, items (as applicable) Researchers use reference codes to request access to archival material. Archives staff use reference codes to retrieve archival material from secure storage areas.

Introduction

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Reference are similar to library call numbers. They uniquely identify a resource found in the Archives Permanent Collection. Researchers use reference codes to request access to archival material and Archives staff use reference codes to retrieve archival material from secure storage areas.Reference codes are created by combining a Collection ID with identifiers for boxes and folders. Some reference codes include identifiers for individual items within the box or folder. 

Conventions for creating reference codes

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