Showing posts with label Kranich & Bach Piano Serial Numbers. Show all posts
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Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Kranich & Bach Piano Serial Nos.

1900

35000

1905

44000

1910

50000

1915

56000

1920

60900

1925

66700

1930

70400

1935

72500

1940

74600

1946

75000

1950

77200

1955

81800

1960

86200

1965

91600

1971

95000

1975

97100

1981

98000

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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