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Duplication and Use

Duplication Requests

Library patrons can request photocopies or digital images of Clements materials up to a 50 page limit per project. Please contact us before placing an order to confirm that the material may be copied or scanned and to receive a cost estimate.

Policies and Procedures

To place a request, you will need to register with us. If you are already registered, you can place a request through your account. Go to Account Login and select “New Request.”

Copies are provided for the use of individual researchers only and may not be deposited in other institutions.

Fee Schedule

Service LevelsPrice List
Reference Images (up to a 50 page limit per project)
Reference images (jpeg or pdf)No charge
Publication-Quality Image Orders (up to a 50 page limit per project)
High-resolution images (bound volumes)$10 service fee

$1.00/image
High-resolution images (individual items)$10 service fee

$5.00/image
Oversize items (larger than 18” x 25”)$25 service fee

$8.00/image

Use and Attribution

When you use materials, please cite or credit as Clements Library, University of Michigan or William L. Clements Library, University of Michigan.

Planning to publish? Let us know here: Planned Use of Clements Library Materials

Permission is not required, but we always appreciate hearing from you about your use of library materials. It helps us to track use of collections and provide better support for researchers. We also appreciate receiving a copy of any published work that features our materials.

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