Antique Musical Instruments/Date Piano Manufactured

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Expert: Todd Lindeblad - 9/3/2010


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I have an old Schubert upright, serial # 25552, and was wondering when it was manufactured? It also is very intricately carved with what someone told me was a "tiger cut" on the front? Is it worth restoration and what things should I be careful about if I choose to restore it?
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Hi,



Thank you for using allexperts.

Your piano was manufactured in 1897. It's monetary value alone would not qualify for restoration but if the pianos holds sentimental value to you or your family we would be happy to look into it for you. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.

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How to find out the year a piano was built. How to locate the serial number on a piano. What is the value of a piano. Is a vintage piano worth restoring. What work is needed to be done to fix a piano. Additional information, diagrams, and restoration tours on pianos can be found at: http://www.lindebladpiano.com/piano_info.htm.

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Fourth generation piano restorer. Since 1920 my family has specialized in the restoration and sale of vintage pianos. My only occupation has been restoring and selling pianos.

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