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Wellcome LibraryDigitisation Preparation Guidelines, 2015
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Condition Action Before AfterLevel 1: Removal of all fastenings/staple
Remove and replace with brass paper clips.
Corner-stapled
Side-stapled
Level 1: Tied bundles with string
Loosen the strings for photography. Post photography: replace the strings with cotton tape.
Level 1: Documents/letters in envelops
Remove contents and secure with brass paper clips.
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Condition Action Before AfterLevel 1: Uncut pages
Level 1: Individual loose photograph
Place in polyster L-sleeve.
Level 1: Acidic items and insect damage
Isolate in polyester L-sleeve or encapsulation. Newspaper cuttings: best not to put in polyester if possible for photography. Out of scope if necessary.
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Condition Action Before AfterLevel 2:Enveloped sheets to be flattened
Under weights for several hours.
Level 2: Pamphlets
Remove rusty staples and stitch for photography.
Level 2: Mould Cleaning required.
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Condition Action Before AfterLevel 2:Polyester wrapper
Measure and create a polyester cover if fragile.
Level 2: Inserts and foldouts
Remove if information is not accessible. Mechanical removal is preferable.
Information not accessible and rigid card insert glued
Information accessible
Rigid card not removed
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Condition Action Before AfterLevel 2:Objects
Photograph in situ in the studio before removing the object. House the object if necessary.
Level 2: Tears Mend if necessary.
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Condition Action Before AfterLevel 2: Stuck pages
Can be mechanical or involve moisture.
Level 2: Rolled items or persistent creasing (that cannot be uncurled with ease)
Weights and Iron for several hours.
Level 2:Disbinding
Disbind and house appropriately.
Level 2:Brittle & acidic items needing repair or polyester
Isolate in polyester L-sleeve or encapsulation.
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