Tuesday 13 August 2024

Hornung & Moller Ltd. Piano Serial Nos.

1900

16700

1905

18500

1910

21700

1916

27100

1920

30200

1925

34500

1929

37600

1934

39500

1940

43000

1946

44200

1950

46000

1955

48000

1960

50000

1964

51900

1968

53401

1972

54401

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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