This is the Monument Schema for the MIDAS standard, part of the FISH suite of XML schemas for the historic environment. The primary elements are: (1) appellation, monument names and identifiers; (2) description, free text full and summary descriptions; and (3) character, other monument attributes. Records monument type and associated data. This is a recursive, nested element. Element used to record more structured data for monument character. Records the visual or archaeological evidence of the monument. Element used to hold numerous materials. A single monument material. MIDAS Annexes Root element Element for recording monument information. Collective element for recording one or more people/groups associated with the monument. Collective element used to one or more monument designations. Use for legal and statutory information. Use to describe a single monument designation. Protection status, e.g. "Listed Building". Grade of designation (qualification of status). There may not necessarily be a grade, e.g. for scheduling Date of designation. Element used to one or more monument character elements. Element used to record more structured data for monument character.