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Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Mason & Risch Piano Serial Nos.

1900

11000

1905

14700

1910

23400

1915

31700

1920

36300

1925

41000

1930

45700

1935

51000

1940

57300

1945

63300

1950

70000

1955

81000

1960

103000

1965

130000

1970

152000

1974

160310

1978

166250

1982

176570

1985

178730

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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