Thursday 15 August 2024

Zeitter & Winkelmann Piano Serial Nos.

 

1900

12600

1904

14900

1908

18200

1912

21300

1916

24100

1920

25150

1924

28450

1928

35850

1932

40000

1938

41850

1948

41900

1952

42400

1956

42221

1960

46001

1966

50155

1973

55005

1977

57500

1981

60000

1986

136905

1989

142000

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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