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Inventory of the Signs and Symbols Reference collection, 1972-ongoing

Abstract

The Signs and Symbols Reference Collection contains material concerning Duke University's insignia, logos, motto, seal, color, and other emblems and identifying marks. Information about marketing and licensing is also included.

Descriptive Summary

Repository
University Archives, Duke University
Creator
Duke University. University Archives.
Title
Signs and Symbols Reference collection, 1972-ongoing
Language of Material
English
Extent
0.2 Linear Feet, 200 Items
Location
For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.

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Collection Overview

Contains files of clippings, memoranda, artwork, textiles, and printed materials concerning the history, development, and use of the University seal, shield and other emblems, and trademarks, insignia, the school color, and the motto, “Eruditio et religio”.

Administrative Information

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warning Access Restrictions

Patrons must sign the Acknowledgement of Legal Responsibility and Privacy Rights form before using this collection.

Collection is open for research.

warning Use Restrictions

Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.

Contents of the Collection

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Awards
Box 1
Duke Blue (color)
Box 1
Duke Shield
Box 1
Eruditio et religio (motto)
Box 1
Logos and trademarks
Box 1
Maces
Box 1
Marketing and licensing
Box 1
Seal of the University
Box 1
University Flag
Box 1

Subject Headings

Related Material

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Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], Signs and Symbols Reference collection, University Archives, Duke University.

Provenance

The Signs and Symbols Reference Collection was compiled by University Archives staff from a variety of sources.

Processing Information

Processed by Thomas Harkins, July 2004

Encoded by Kimberly Sims, September 2006

Updated by Molly Bragg, July 2011

Accessions were merged into one collection, described in this finding aid.

Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS, EAD, NCEAD guidelines, and our local Style Guide.

This finding aid is NCEAD compliant.