[Rockhounds] labeling

[Axel Emmermann]

What also works as glue-on tracer label: choose an inconspicuous spot on the specimen and 'paint' a small square on that with typex. Allow to dry. Repeat if not smooth.
Using a narrow tip marker pen, write the specimen ID-code on the typex. Allow to dry. 
Then paint over the typex with clear nail polish. 
That ID-code is there for eternity.

Axel

-----Oorspronkelijk bericht-----
Van: Rockhounds <rockhounds-bounces at rockhounds.drizzle.com> Namens Paul van den Bergen
Verzonden: maandag 22 maart 2021 7:16
Aan: Johan Maertens <mr.calcite at verizon.net>; Rockhounds at drizzle.com: A mailing list for rock and gem collectors <rockhounds at rockhounds.drizzle.com>
Onderwerp: Re: [Rockhounds] labeling

I've seen this missive a few times - pretty much spot on.  My modern take on it is that the label being separated from the specimen is the equivalent of the database being separated from the specimen.  I tend to take photos rather than stick labels to the specimen, for the same effect.  It also means I get to show off the specimens to a global audience - more or less.