Thursday 15 August 2024

Shoninger Piano Co. Serial Nos.

1900

24000

1902

26200

1904

32100

1906

36200

1908

41000

1910

44000

1912

48000

1914

52000

1916

56000

1918

60000

1920

64000

1922

68000

1924

70500

1926

72300

1928

74100

1929

75000

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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