Showing posts with label A. Piano Serial Numbers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label A. Piano Serial Numbers. Show all posts

Monday 12 August 2024

Gillot, A. Piano Serial Nos.

1900

8700

1904

11400

1908

14300

1912

18400

1916

24500

1920

34000

1924

44600

1928

56000

1931

59900

1936

60000

1938

61000

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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