Tuesday 13 August 2024

Hallet & Davis Piano Serial Nos.

1900

48000

1904

55000

1908

63000

1912

74000

1916

89000

1920

102000

1925

121000

1930

132000

1935

133000

1939

170000

1943

215000

1947

503000

1951

507000

1954

509700

1957

510500

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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