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Handbills

Scope note

Small printed sheets usually containing a notice or advertisement intended to be distributed by hand and often doubling as posters. For small printed sheets intended for wider distribution, to the general public, use "circulars." For larger pieces, intended especially for posting, use "posters."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300027033

Broader Terms used

fliers (printed matter)

Narrower Terms used

lottery puffs

Equivalent Terms used

handbill

Created

13yrs ago

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