Wednesday 14 August 2024

Pepper, Wilhelm Piano Serial Nos.

1900

11000

1905

13600

1910

16000

1915

17850

1920

19700

1925

21700

1930

22620

1935

23100

1940

23850

1945

24215

1950

24315

1955

24960

1960

26500

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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