Wednesday 14 August 2024

Poole Piano Co. Serial Nos.

1900

26000

1905

38500

1910

48100

1915

57900

1920

68900

1925

74500

1930

76800

1935

77400

1940

77900

1946

78300

1950

81000

1954

85300

1959

89816

1965

92800

1970

146000

1975

177000

1980

208700

1982

221200

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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