Monday 12 August 2024

Conover Cable Piano Serial Nos.

1900

3000

1904

5000

1908

110000

1912

164000

1916

196000

1920

224000

1924

250000

1928

287000

1932

302000

1934

304000

1941

305000

1947

308000

1950

318000

1954

333000

1958

342400

1962

360000

1965

379000

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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