Thursday 15 August 2024

Whitney Piano Serial Nos.

1900

14200

1904

34000

1908

54300

1912

72300

1916

87000

1920

100000

1924

110000

1928

121000

1932

134200

1936

148000

1940

158000

1942

159500

1947

160000

1950

162800

1954

165900

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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