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of each can be used to illustrate the class. Class 7-6.1, Bound with metal,
thread is similar. Use both to satisfy the class fully.
There are also several major (whole-numbered) classes that may be used
to illustrate multiple types. Consider Back types assorted. In addition to the
4 listed subclasses (with decimals), the Back types class itself may be used
to show a pin-shank as well as to highlight a self-shanked button. Each may
be worthy of a point under this class even though the number is the same.
Similarly, the major class Construction assorted provides a place to show ex-
amples that are not prevalent enough to warrant their own subclass, such as
Dichroic and Cased. They are very different techniques however and should
be judged that way. The class for OME assorted allows opportunity to show
unusual examples. Probably the most basic example is Shapes assorted.
Might as well show all 3 types if you have them! Just remember-think
broad representation without overloading in one area.

Q: What class # do I use for a button that does not fit into any class
offered within a section, in particular, when there is no Unlisted
available? can I use the zero class, like 7- 0 as a label in this case?
A: No. The zero class should never be used to label a button, as it equates to the
entire section. Class 7 - 0 means the same thing as Section 7.
Using the classification becomes easy when you understand that it is set
up in basic outline form. Each section begins with the assortment (zero)
class followed by major (whole number) classes that may have sub (decimal)
classes. For example, Class 17- 0 Animals assorted is sorted into broad cat-
egories of animals, like Class 17- 1 Amphibians, 17- 2 Birds assorted, 17- 3,
Fish, etc. The term "assorted" always indicates there is a further breakdown
of the class. If a mammal button, such as a monkey, does not fit into one of
the listed 8 classes, it should be labeled as 17- 5 (Mammals assorted). Always
use the label of the most specific group available for each button. Grapes has
its own class #, so use that one rather than the one for Fruits assorted.
Lemons would fall under Fruits assorted as it does not have a specific class #.
If no Unlisted class is available in a section, as for C&C glass, it means all
possibilities will fit under at least one of the classes listed.
Occasionally you may find clues to aid in labeling lurking in related
sections. For example, there's no subclass for Frame under C&C glass since
they're not common. However, in the Black Glass Section, Frame is listed
under Mechanical make-up. This tells you that a C&C glass frame may be
labeled Class 7 - 6.