Thursday, 15 August 2024

Schwechten, C. Piano Serial Nos.

1901

33000

1904

33800

1907

35700

1910

39000

1913

40500

1920

41600

1924

43500

1928

45000

1934

45800

1940

47000

1949

47400

1953

49000

1957

50600

1960

51450

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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