Wednesday 14 August 2024

May-Berlin Piano Serial Nos.

1920

28000

1930

32000

1935

34000

1940

36000

1945

38000

1950

39000

1955

42000

1960

44400

1965

46500

1970

49750

1975

55650

1980

63600

1985

71100

1989

74929

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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