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Tuesday 13 August 2024

Long, Frank B. Piano Serial Nos.

1900

26000

1902

29000

1903

31000

1904

33000

1905

35000

1906

37000

1907

39000

1912

90800

1917

92000

1918

94000

1919

96100

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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