Year | Serial No. | Year | Serial No. |
1906 | 8250 | 1963 | 38700 |
1910 | 11960 | 1966 | 45900 |
1915 | 15700 | 1970 | 58500 |
1920 | 16600 | 1973 | 71300 |
1925 | 18700 | 1976 | 82100 |
1930 | 20600 | 1980 | 97300 |
1935 | 22130 | 1983 | 105001 |
1940 | 23540 | 1986 | 114001 |
1945 | 23874 | 1990 | 125961 |
1950 | 25700 | 1992 | 128871 |
1955 | 29200 | 1996 | 131351 |
1960 | 34100 |
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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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