Wednesday 14 August 2024

Packard Piano Co. Serial Nos.

1900

74000

1903

89000

1907

105200

1909

109075

1911

113700

1913

117575

1915

120100

1918

123900

1921

128200

1925

135300

1929

140300

1932

142000

1935

141000

1938

147000

1940

160000

1943

173000

1945

176800

1948

190000

1952

228000

1955

250000

1957

272000

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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