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Tuesday 13 August 2024

Kranich & Sons Piano Serial Nos.

1912

53000

1913

55000

1914

57000

1915

59000

1916

61000

1917

63000

1918

65000

1919

67000

1920

69000

1921

71000

1922

73000

1923

75000

1924

77000

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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