Thursday 15 August 2024

Steinberg, Gerh. Piano Serial Nos.

1965

39530

1968

39740

1971

40280

1974

40960

1977

41750

1980

42380

1981

93150

1984

99000

1986

100230

1988

100457

1989

S158565

1992

S160250

1995

S161600

1997

S162250

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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