There is also no deterioration with time, whereas the life of color photographs is measured in decades. If an image of the newly painted Mona Lisa could have been digitized in 1503, we would have a perfect benchmark for restoration. Having a collection cataloged professionally can save money. Some of these documentation costs can be included in the valuation of charitable donations or as expenses when an object is sold subject to capital gains tax. Professional cataloging can be financially important if a catastrophe such as fire or theft occurs.
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If so, there are firms like ACL that can do it. The Internet has been discussed here a number of times. You may have seen the notice on other pages that M.A.D. is on the Internet. Most of the rest of the Internet is text-based and uses arcane commands and procedures. When you log on to a Web home page, you are greeted by an emblem, logotype, or trademark and a list of contents.