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Numbering Area Encoding Scheme

Element Reference​

Definition
Syntax Encoding Scheme for the numbering area (Area 3 for serials).
Scope note
Domain
Range
URI
https://www.iflastandards.info/ISBDM/elements/CC2014
Type
owl:Class
Status
Published

Definition​

This is a sub-area within the Material or Type of Resource Specific Area (Area 3), specifically for serials. It records the numeric and/or chronological designation of the first and/or last issue or part of the serial.

Required Elements​

  • Numeric designation (Mandatory if available): Numbers (arabic numerals preferred) with or without accompanying characters/words (e.g., "Vol. 1, no. 1", "Bd. 1–").
  • Chronological designation (Mandatory if available): Dates (e.g., "Jan. 1970", "1925–").
  • Parallel numbering system (Optional): Designations in another language or script for the same issues.
  • Alternative numbering system (Optional): A different numbering system used concurrently.
  • New sequence of numbering (Optional): The designation and numbering for a new sequence when the serial continues under a new numbering scheme (e.g., "new ser., v. 1–").

Punctuation Rules​

  • A hyphen (–) after the number/date of the first issue links to the last issue or indicates it is continuing.
  • If both numeric and chronological designations are present, the date is enclosed in parentheses ( ) after the number, unless the number is a division of the date.
  • The second and each subsequent system of numbering (parallel or alternative) is preceded by =.
  • A new sequence of numbering is preceded by ;.

Relationship to ISBD Standards​

This is element 3.3 within Area 3. It provides specific, standardized numbering information critical for identifying and managing serial resources.

Relationship to Other SES​

  • It is a component of the "Material Or Type Of Resource Specific Area Encoding Scheme."
  • The dates in this area may not coincide with publication dates in the Publication, Production, Distribution, Etc. Area (Area 4).
  • Major changes in numbering can require a new description for the serial (see Area A.2.6).
  • Notes on complex, irregular numbering, or explanations for omissions are given in the Note Area (Area 7).

Examples​

  • . — Vol. 1, no. 1 (Jan. 1971)–
  • . — 1971, no. 1 (Jan. 1971)–1975, no. 12 (Dec. 1975)
  • . — Bd. 1, Nr. 1 (Frühling 1970)– = Nr. 1–
  • . — 1–v. 101 ; new ser., v. 1–

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