| Mandatory | Repeatable | Data Type | Authority | Public Element |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Variable Character Length (2000) | None | Yes |
| Definition: |
Resources cited to develop and support headings and references in an authority record. |
| Purpose: |
Documents sources consulted to develop and document the form of headings and references in an authority record. |
| Relationship: | This element is dependent on Topical Subject, Person, Organization, Geographic Reference, Specific Records Type, or Program Area. To have Source Note, one of these authority records must be created. |
| Guidance: |
See the Subject Cataloging Manual: Subject Headings (Library of Congress) and MARC21Format for Authority Data online. |
| Examples: |
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