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PINES Circulation Modifier List

PINES Circulation Modifier Definitions

See PINES Circulation Matrix for circulation rules

Circulation Modifier Description MARC Type Correlation (if applicable)
artCirculating artwork such as prints, paintings or statuary. Not holdable outside owning library system.k: Two-dimensional nonprojectable graphic; r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
audiobookNonmusical sound recordings on any physical format designed to be played back on an audio device. A 007 field should be included in the bibliographic record to define specific type. Holdable outside owning library system.i: Nonmusical sound recording.
audiobook-ffNonmusical sound recordings on any physical format designed to be played back on an audio Does not accrue fines.i: Nonmusical sound recording.
bestsellerHigh demand book. Modifier should be changed to book when demand lessens, or after owned by library for specific period of time. Items with this modifier can be nonholdable for owning library. Not holdable outside owning library system.a: Language material; t: Manuscript language material; d: Manuscript notated music.
bookPhysical print monographs and serials, except for print magazines or journals. Can include atlases, pamphlets, musical scores, or technical reports as well as books. Holdable outside owning library system; age protection rules can apply.a: Language material; t: Manuscript language material; d: Manuscript notated music.
book-ffPhysical print monographs and serials, except for print magazines or journals. Can include atlases, pamphlets, or technical reports as well as books. Does not accrue fines. Holdable outside owning library system; age protection rules can apply.a: Language material; t: Manuscript language material.
e-deviceAny electronic device used to read or playback downloadable media, whether print, sound, or visual. Or, any device used to assist patrons’ internet access such as hotspots, laptops/Chromebooks, tablets/ iPads, etc. Not holdable outside owning library system.
e-device-localAny electronic device used to read or playback downloadable media, whether print, sound, or visual. Or, any device used to assist patrons’ internet access such as hotspots, laptops/Chromebooks, tablets/ iPads, etc. Not holdable outside owning library (branch only holds).
equipmentPhysical resources such as projectors, cameras, magnifying glasses, screens, etc. made available for circulation. Does not include e-readers or other devices more properly categorized elsewhere. Not holdable outside owning library system.r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
equipment-localPhysical resources such as projectors, cameras, magnifying glasses, screens, etc. made available for circulation. May include e-readers or other devices more properly categorized elsewhere if holds need to be restricted to the branch library. Not holdable outside owning library (branch only holds).r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
high-demandItems with this modifier can be any media, format, or audience. Used to support a program where patrons can check out high demand items if they are on the collection shelf when the patron is in the library. Voluntary use; libraries can name program/collection as they wish; some libraries call their collection Lucky Day. Items with this circulation modifier have a circulation period of 7 days; $1.00/day fine, OPAC invisible and should be set as nonholdable (if library uses separate shelving/copy location, it should be set up as not holdable and OPAC invisible. Otherwise, items with the circ modifier should have attributes set to not holdable and OPAC invisible).Type depends on format and content.
ILL itemThis circulation modifier is used ONLY for items borrowed through OCLC ILL and have records created as Precataloged items. They can be any media, format, or audience. Items with this circulation modifier have a circulation period of 14 days; .20/day fine, OPAC invisible, and no renewals. See Processing Interlibrary Loan Items in PINES: Best Practices for more informationType is not applicable.
kitMixed-formats or multiple components that circulate as a unit under one barcode. May not be considered a kit for cataloging purposes (record may not use Type o since a component might be considered primary). Not holdable outside owning library system.Type varies.
localpassA ticket or other physical pass to a local venue or attraction. Generally cataloged as Type k – two-dimensional nonprojectable graphic. Not holdable outside owning library system; may not be holdable depending on partnership program requirements.k: Two-dimensional nonprojectable graphic.
magazineIndividual or bound issues of a periodical. Not holdable outside owning library system.a: Language material.
mapPhysical map and other cartographic material in any format, not including atlases. (Use circ modifier book for atlases). Not holdable outside owning library system.e: Cartographic material; f: Manuscript cartographic material.
microformForms containing micro-reproductions. Includes microfilm reels and microfiche cards. These can be cataloged as monographs, serials or other MARC Types. Not holdable outside owning library system.Type varies.
musicMusic sound recordings in any format. Can be audiocassettes, compact discs, MP3 players or other nonprint physical media designed to be played back on an audio device. Holdable outside owning library system.j: Musical sound recording.
music-ffMusic sound recordings in any format. Can be audiocassettes, compact discs, MP3 players or other nonprint physical media designed to be played back on an audio device. Holdable outside owning library system. Does not accrue fines.j: Musical sound recording.
realia-0Any three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object not appropriate for other circulation modifiers. May be games, toys, musical instruments, etc. Not holdable outside owning library system. No renewals.r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
realia-1Any three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object not appropriate for other circulation modifiers. May be games, toys, musical instruments, etc. Not holdable outside owning library system. One renewal.r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
realia-2Any three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object not appropriate for other circulation modifiers. May be games, toys, musical instruments, etc. Not holdable outside owning library system. Two renewals.r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
softwarePrograms used to control the functioning and operation of a computer or other device. Can be any format. Use videogame for game software. Not holdable outside owning library system.m: Computer file.
statepassAny physical pass or ticket issued for a venue or attraction that is a part of a state-wide promotion. May be governed by contractual obligations requiring specific circulation rules. May be a serial or a kit. Not holdable unless allowed by partnership agreement.k: Two-dimensional nonprojectable graphic.
talking-bookAudio recordings specifically formatted for use of the visually impaired.i: Nonmusical sound recording.
toyRealia toys, games or other three-dimensional object for play or instruction using play. Not holdable outside owning library system.r: Three-dimensional artifact or naturally occurring object.
video-0Projected video/media on any physical format. A 007 field should be included in the bibliographic record to define media format. Not renewable. Holdable outside owning library system.g: Projected medium.
video-0-ffProjected video/media on any physical format. A 007 field should be included in the bibliographic record to define media format. Not renewable. Holdable outside owning library system. Does not accrue fines.g: Projected medium.
video-2Projected video/media on any physical format. A 007 field should be included in the bibliographic record to define media format. Two renewals. Holdable outside owning library system.g: Projected medium.
video-2-ffProjected video/media on any physical format. A 007 field should be included in the bibliographic record to define media format. Two renewals. Holdable outside owning library system. Does not accrue fines.g: Projected medium.
videogameAn electronic or computerized game played by manipulating images on a video display or television screen. Holdable outside owning library system.m: Computer file
cat/circulation_modifiers.txt · Last modified: 2023/09/29 18:58 by tmccanna