Sunday 11 August 2024

Cable-Nelson Piano Serial Nos.

1903

26000

1906

40000

1910

60000

1915

88000

1920

117000

1925

153000

1930

175600

1935

187000

1940

195000

1942

200100

1947

204000

1950

221000

1955

254500

1960

300100

1965

354000

1970

390000

1974

417000

1977

426000

1981

427000

It is remarkable that data on piano serial numbers has survived so well for over a century. However, some inaccuracies are inevitable. These serial numbers are to be used only as a rough guide to a piano's age. An exact date does not make a material difference to a piano assessment. To be within 2 to 5 years is accurate enough to give an informed report on a piano.

 

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