Monday 12 August 2024

Davenport-Treacy Piano Serial Nos.

1902

1000

1905

9000

1908

28000

1911

55700

1914

81000

1917

115000

1920

146000

1923

176000

1926

193000

1929

215000

1930

217000

1933

270000

1936

278000

1939

289000

1941

302200

1947

403000

1950

409000

1953

419000

1956

508000

1957

512600

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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