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

Wednesday 14 August 2024

Radle, F. Piano Serial Nos.

1900

37000

1903

40000

1906

43000

1909

46000

1912

49300

1915

52999

1918

55700

1921

58500

1924

61200

1926

63000

1928

64000

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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