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Serial Number (Identification)

Definition:

Observations:

1. The serial number is the production number assigned to each object by the manufacturer.
2. The serial number may be in the form of a group of numbers or numbers and letters, and may be preceded by the letters "SER" for "Serial Number."
   Example

   A model 291S television, manufactured by RCA, is marked "SER: 3345".

   	Object Name	television
   	Model	291S
   	Serial Number	3345
   	Manufacturer	RCA Inc. (Radio Corporation of America)

3. The serial number may be engraved or stamped on the nameplate or on one side of the object.

Entry rules:

1. Enter the full serial number, making sure to respect the original punctuation and spelling.
   Example

   A lamp with serial number D35-7853

   	Object Name	lamp
   	Serial Number	D35-7853
   	and not
   	Serial Number	d357853

2. If you are unsure whether your information is correct, include a space and a question mark after the number.
3. This field may not contain more than one entry.