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.
Upright Piano
The journey towards a proper working model of an upright piano is a long road littered with the relics and debris of many discarded attempts...
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The beginnings of the Challen piano company are a little sketchy. The start date, claimed by some is 1804 but the earliest record of piano... -
The beginnings of Eavestaff pianos are somewhat vague and uncertain, but it is likely, as with so many manufacturers of the time, they built...
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Year Serial No. Year Serial No. 1900 33800 1950 102000 1905 43000 1952 104000 1910 51500 1954 105500 1915 61900 1956 107100 1920 66100 1958 ...