Continuations

The Folger collection includes a number of monograph series to which new volumes are still being added.

• As of 2017, new continuation items (usually a few per week) are left on the designated table in the Cataloging office.

• Search in Voyager by acquisition number

• For series in which all volumes have a shared title (and a single record):
  • Open holdings record
  • Update holdings in 866 field
  • Indicate gaps in holdings by comma (or begin a new 866 field)

• For series in which volumes have distinct titles (and separate records):
  • Search by title in Voyager to make sure Folger does not have extant copy
  • Search OCLC for copy
    • Refer to copy cataloging guidelines
    • If no OCLC copy, create original record or set aside
  • Import record into Voyager. If series is classed together, assign the appropriate series call number
    • If uncertain about call numbers, consult the Series and continuations page on Bard2

• Add new item
  • Location: DeckB-Open Stacks [for most items]
  • Type: Open Stacks
  • Enum/Chron: for volumes with shared titles, based on series numbering; should align with 866 field

• Complete physical processing
  • If applicable, fold clear cover over book jacket.
  • Stamp inside back cover with Folger logo stamp
  • Affix barcode to lower right of the book’s back cover
    • Make certain manufacturer’s barcode is interrupted or covered
    • Remove manufacturer labels or stickers whenever possible
  • Write call number in upper left corner of title page verso

• Send to Deck B circulation desk for lettering