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Marks (symbols)

Scope note

Use for standardized symbols, notations, or other markings on objects that convey official information, such as the object's origin or maker, its authenticity, or a change in its official status. For lettering marked on something for documentation or commemoration, use "inscriptions."

Term type

AAT
Inscription type

Getty AAT term number

300028744

Term used for

markings

Equivalent Terms used

mark
mark (symbol)

Created

13yrs ago

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Terminology definition for: marks (symbols)" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/terminology/term-106151 Accessed: 2024-12-27 18:45:30

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