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About Todd Lindeblad
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Expertise
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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Fourth generation piano restorer.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Todd Lindeblad 
In Category  Antique Musical Instruments

SubjectDate Asked

kimball piano age11/19/2009
  Q: Todd, I have an upright Kimball serial # 316401...can you tell me when it was made? thank you, Liz
  A: Your piano was manufactured is 1919. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact ...
Wurlitzer organ11/18/2009
  Q: i was wondering if you know what year this is ANSWER: Hi, Thank you for using allexperts. This ...
  A: That would be impressive if there was such thing as an electric organ in 1903! I think what happened ...
Starck Piano11/17/2009
  Q: Hi am trying to sell my piano wondering the age the serial number is 201530 is missing music holder ...
  A: I am afraid I do not have the specific information about the piano, but, In our current economic ...
Wurlitzer organ11/17/2009
  Q: i was wondering if you know what year this is
  A: This organ was manufactured in 1903. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact ...
approx value Smith & Barnes Vertical Grand Piano11/14/2009
  Q: Todd, I own a Smith & Barnes Chicago Vertical Grand Piano. The serial number is 67247. I believe it ...
  A: In our current economic and musical climate, we estimate the value of your piano to be at around ...
Wurlitzer Piano age11/14/2009
  Q: I would like to know the Age and Value of my Wurlitzer Piano. the warranty card has a serial ...
  A: To find the serial number on your piano, please refer to the useful guide we have on our website - ...
Buttikofer11/12/2009
  Q: Greetings, I am currently looking for information on the value of a piano from a small but ...
  A: I am afraid I would not be able to give a proper quote for that piano. My suggestion would be to ...
Carl Fischer Piano11/10/2009
  Q: I picked up a Carl Fischer upright piano, serial number 31811. It is excellent shape (just needed to ...
  A: Tony, Thank you for using allexperts. What a steal! The piano was manufactured in 1878. In this ...
Kimball11/10/2009
  Q: I just received a Kimball upright piano from Grandma. The serial number is 871948. Can you tell me ...
  A: Your piano was manufactured in 1973. It would have been manufactured in their plant outside of ...
my upright piano11/9/2009
  Q: I am curious to find out how old my piano is. I think that my great grandmother boutgh it used and ...
  A: Your piano was manufactured in 1917. We would estimate it's value at $500. If you have any further ...
John Broadwood piano11/7/2009
  Q: I am considering buying a John Broadwood and sons upright piano that I found in a junk shop for ...
  A: I would say you got it for a very fair price. If you have any further questions, please feel free ...
P.A. Starck Piano upright11/7/2009
  Q: I am interested in selling my piano, but it has been in my family for over 40 years and I am sad to ...
  A: $500 is a very fair offer. I'm afraid in out current economic and musical climate, i doubt you would ...
Worlitzer Grand Piano11/6/2009
  Q: Greetings! I have a "Worlitzer"(this is how it's spelled on piano) Grand Piano with serial number ...
  A: Your piano was manufactured in 1926. We would estimate it's value at $500. If you have any further ...
Baby Grand Piano11/5/2009
  Q: we have a baby grand piano, that needs restoration, it is currently in a few pieces and needs ...
  A: If you could please e-mail me some photo's of your piano, I could get a better idea of what ...
PA Starck Upright Piano11/4/2009
  Q: I have a P.A. Starck upright piano, with the serial number 100276. It doesn't have the player piano ...
  A: In our current economic and musical climate, we estimate the value of that piano at $300. If you ...
Hallet,Davis Upright11/1/2009
  Q: I am looking for the age and approximate value of a Hallet, Davis upright piano with serial number ...
  A: Your piano was manufactured in 1912. Unless there is some sentimental attachment to the piano, it's ...
Chauncey Baby Grand10/28/2009
  Q: Todd - I have a Chauncey Baby Grand - serial #224668. It was fully restored about 10-15 years ago. ...
  A: Your was manufactured previous to 1900, I'm afraid I can't identify exactly when. Being that it's ...
P.A. Starck Piano - Baby Grand10/27/2009
  Q: I have a Baby Grand Piano an I was wondering how much it is worth. I can not find a serial number ...
  A: We estimate the value of that piano to be at $500. If you have any further questions please feel ...
Smith and Barnes piano10/25/2009
  Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a Smith and Barnes upright piano, serial number 147073. It is in ...
  A: If the Piano is an upright piano, we'd estimate it at $300. If it is a grand piano, $500. If you ...
value of my piano10/24/2009
  Q: I would like to get an estimate of the year and approximate value of my Wurlilzer piano serial ...
  A: The date you piano was manufactured is 1961. If it is an upright piano, we estimate the value at ...
ivers & pond10/24/2009
  Q: I have an old Ivers and Pond piano, SN 41702. Can you tell me how old it is, the value (fair cond), ...
  A: Your piano was manufactured in 1906. We estimate it's value at $500, if it's a grand piano. Unless ...
W.W. Kimball Upright Piano10/22/2009
  Q: We were given a Kimball, Chicago Illinois upright piano and we wanted to find out its age and value. ...
  A: The piano was built in 1896. Its worth around $500. If you have any questions, please feel free to ...
W. W. Kimball piano10/22/2009
  Q: There is an old upright piano which my family has owned and neglected for decades. It has recently ...
  A: Your piano is worth around $300. It was built around 1895. My recommendation would be that you try ...
stultz & bauer10/20/2009
  Q: I have came across a free Stultz %26 Bauer Upright Grand. Serial # 30853 Patent Repeating Action ...
  A: It was built in 1915 and worth around $300. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact ...
1914 Knabe10/8/2009
  Q: This Knabe is 7 foot 6 inches. The seller is asking $4300. It was reconditioned about 23 years ago ...
  A: Do you have photos that you could send me to contact@lindebladpiano.com. That will help me to ...
P.A. Starck "converted" piano10/7/2009
  Q: In January of 1942, my mom graduated high school. She bought herself a P.A. Starck piano that was ...
  A: The piano is probably worth around $500. My recommendation would be that you try to sell it ...
Carl Fischer Piano10/6/2009
  Q: I just picked up a Carl Fischer New York Piano, it is an upright black in color it is in great ...
  A: You can try to look online. There is a great website - www.pianoworld.com. If you have any ...
Stultz & Bauer Upright piano10/5/2009
  Q: I bought a Stultz %26 Bauer upright piano about 20 years ago and would like to resale it. It's ...
  A: It was built in 1911 and worth around $500. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact ...
Carl Fischer Piano10/5/2009
  Q: I just picked up a Carl Fischer New York Piano, it is an upright black in color it is in great ...
  A: It is built in 1890. Its probably worth around $500. If you have any questions, please feel free to ...
Player Ivers and Pond10/4/2009
  Q: I have a player Ivers and Pond piano of unknown age. The cabinet is in very good shape it needs ...
  A: It is better to sell the piano "as is." If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. ...
1885 ives & ponds10/2/2009
  Q: i have this beautiful piano that has a few ivories missing. and it needs to be tuned. On the inside ...
  A: The piano is worth around $500 - $1,000. My recommendation would be that you try to sell it ...
For Kessels piano9/30/2009
  Q: I have a Kessels piano and i wont to sell him .What price i can search for him? Thank you!
  A: I do not have any information on Kessels. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. ...
P A Stark Tom Thumb piano9/28/2009
  Q: I have a P A Stark Tom Thumb piano I received as a gift i 1969 - it was considered vintage at that ...
  A: It is probably worth around $1,000. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. ...
Hackley piano9/24/2009
  Q: I have and upright Hackley piano with the serial number of 75965. There is also a name etched into ...
  A: It was built in 1918. Its probably worth around $300. If you have any questions, please feel free ...
Wm. Knabe & Co.9/23/2009
  Q: I have just inherited a Wm. Knabe piano from an uncle who was 99 years old when he died. It is ...
  A: The piano was built in 1936. It is worth around $1,000. If you have any questions, please feel free ...
imperiale piano9/19/2009
  Q: I have a small piano--38 white keys, 26 black keys. It measures 40" high by 42" wide by 22"deep. ...
  A: I'm unable to find any information on the piano brand, "imperiale." If you email me photos I'll try ...
Pratt, Read, and Co. piano.9/15/2009
  Q: I have inherited my grandmother's old upright piano. It is from the 1930's (estimating) because she ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1935. It is probably worth around $500. If you have any questions, please ...
Kimball Baby Grand9/14/2009
  Q: My grandson inherited a Kimball baby grand piano, #139497, it is an antique white with gold accents. ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1904 and would be worth around $500 - $1,000. If you have any questions, ...
How much is my Wurlitzer Piano worth?9/11/2009
  Q: How much is my piano worth. I would kind of like to know its age too. I have thought about selling ...
  A: It was built in 1954. It would be worth around $300. If you have any questions, please feel free to ...
Value of piano9/10/2009
  Q: I have a Morris Cabinet Grand . Made in Listowel Canada serial # 11072. Trying to ascertain a value ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1908 and worth around $300. If you have any questions, please feel free to ...
baldwin upwright ser.#12659/9/2009
  Q: trying to down size home I have a baldwin upwright ser#1265 do you know the year this panio was made ...
  A: Are you sure that is the serial number? The serial number can be found at looking at the serial ...
What this piano is worth?9/9/2009
  Q: We got a piano at our newly joined church and a man came and played for us and looked at it and said ...
  A: I would need to know the name and the serial number of the piano - ...
old Wurlitzerr piano9/8/2009
  Q: I have an old small Wurlitzer piano. I was told it was a circus piano. The keys are ivory but are ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1935. It is built in a very good vintage so it may be worth restoring. ...
1920's Knabe Baby Grand9/3/2009
  Q: I was wondering if I could get your opinion on something. I have the opportunity to purchase a Knabe ...
  A: In regards to the Knabe piano, if it was built in 1920 that is a very good vintage but if its all ...
PA Starck piano8/29/2009
  Q: I have a PA Starck upright piano. It's serial number is 47570. I might be interested in selling it, ...
  A: It was built in 1913. Its probably worth around $300. You could try selling it on: ...
Ivers & Pond Piano8/29/2009
  Q: I also have an older Ivers & Pond piano, serial #77945, built in Boston. It is a continuous ...
  A: The piano was built in 1935. Ivers & Pond is an exceptional piano. It is actually one of the ...
Antique Schumann Baby Grand Piano8/26/2009
  Q: I have an antique Schumann baby grand piano (photo attached). First, I was wondering where to find ...
  A: This diagram may help you locate it - http://www.lindebladpiano.com/piano_Serial_Number.html. Since ...
shubert8/24/2009
  Q: how do I locate theerial # on my shubert baby grand piano so I can date it? thank you
  A: This diagram may help you locate it - http://www.lindebladpiano.com/piano_Serial_Number.html. If ...
Organ8/20/2009
  Q: We have an Adler Organ. I was wanting to know how old it is and how much it is worth. We have looked ...
  A: The only information I have is that they were made in Louisville, KY and were discontinued in 1928. ...
Ivers and Pond Piano8/14/2009
  Q: I own an Ivers and Pond Upright Piano that was bought for me when I was 8 years old. i am now 60. ...
  A: Ivers & Pond is one of the finest pianos ever built and definitely worth restoring. It was built in ...
Smith and Barnes8/13/2009
  Q: I have a smith and barnes piano, the serial number is 153873. It is in fair condition and I would ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1914. Its probably worth around $300 if its an upright and $500 if its a ...
Year and value7/31/2009
  Q: I have a Peerless Piano serial number 32386. Can you provide me with the year it was made and an ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1903. If its an upright its worth around $300 and if a grand around $500. ...
Piano7/30/2009
  Q: I have just inquired a piano, on brass inside the piano it says Schirmer Piano Company New York. I ...
  A: Were you able to locate the serial number? This diagram may help you locate it - ...
What is my piano worth?7/25/2009
  Q: I have a Hallet, Davis & Co. piano. The serial number is 148307. It is in fair condition but some ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1936. If it is an upright piano, its worth around $200 and if a grand around ...
kimball piano7/8/2009
  Q: wondering what it was worth. I bought it at Madam Snodgrass's house in Butte, Montana
  A: Your piano was built in 1908. If its an upright its worth around $300 and a grand around $500. If ...
"Imperiale" Piano #30729 - very small - possible value?7/3/2009
  Q: My husband did a little work trade years ago for a small, very cute piano that is inscribed with ...
  A: It sounds like your piano was made in Japan. I'm unable to find any information about when your ...
piano7/1/2009
  Q: i have a a piano made by chase norwalk ohio model is grand,they have one in the white house,what is ...
  A: If you email me photos of your piano, that will help for me to assess its value. My email is ...
Bell organ6/28/2009
  Q: We have a large pedal organ and were wondering what its approximate value is. It was made by the ...
  A: My expertise is with acoustic pianos, not organs. I'm unable to tell you the value of your organ. ...
chase hackley piano6/26/2009
  Q: I have been offered a chase hackley piano . However I would have to go a long way to pick it up and ...
  A: Hi, Thank you for using allexperts. Do you know how old it is? It is not a name brand piano so ...
Ivars & Pond piano -- need to sell6/26/2009
  Q: I was recently given a family heirloom piano from my parents which I've been told is so old it ...
  A: Hi, Thank you for using allexperts. In regards to your Ivers & Pond, it is a very well made ...
Regina6/25/2009
  Q: I recently purchased an antique farm house and found a Regina piano in the barn. I've done some ...
  A: You can try to offer it as a free piano on some websites: http://www.pianomart.com ...
Shumann Grand Piano6/24/2009
  Q: We own a Schumann Inverted Grand Action Assuring Repetition Improved Scale upright antique piano. ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1909. It is difficult to tell you the value with out seeing photos of it. ...
schumann piano6/24/2009
  Q: I have an old Schumann piano that was given to me approximately 12 years ago. The only information ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1905. Its probably not worth restoring if it needs a lot of work. I'd ...
Knabe Piano6/22/2009
  Q: A local used piano dealer is going out of business (after 25 yrs.). He has a Knabe console, built ...
  A: I do not know too much about Falcone so I'd have to recommend the Knabe. You may want to try ...
Broadwood piano number 18896/16/2009
  Q: I am a french piano tuner, I've seen today a half-grand Broadwood & sons piano number 1889 at a ...
  A: Do you have photos of the piano that you could email me - contact@lindebladpiano.com. Also, the ...
Antique Piano6/15/2009
  Q: I have an antique W.W. Kimball Co piano patented Sept 24, 1895 with a serial number of 131108. If ...
  A: Your piano was built in 1904. If its an upright piano its worth around $500 and if a grand around ...
Hackley piano6/14/2009
  Q: I have an upright Hackley piano in playable condition. In fact my wife and daughters play it. It ...
  A: Do you have the serial number - http://www.lindebladpiano.com/piano_Serial_Number.html? Also, would ...
antique WW Putnam & Co. organ6/10/2009
  Q: How much is it worth because it has been made electric but in excellent condition? Also where can I ...
  A: We do not specialize in organs but acoustic pianos so I'm unable to give you any valuable ...
Piano Info6/8/2009
  Q: I have recently purchased a Compton & Price baby grand piano manufactured sometime before 1918. I ...
  A: Hi, Thank you for using allexperts. The only information that I have is that they were built in ...
an upright Soufleto6/5/2009
  Q: there is not a lot of information on Soufleto in the first instance - my piano has a serial number ...
  A: In regards to your piano, I would recommend that you do not take it with you and sell it. If you ...
Want to sell my piano and need to know what to ask for it price wise.5/27/2009
  Q: I have an upright Evans Brothers piano from Ingersoll Ontario and it also says Edwin Hardcastle ...
  A: Your piano is probably worth around $500. If you email me photos, I'll be able to more accurately ...
John Broadwood & Sons piano5/24/2009
  Q: I just purchased a John Broadwood and Sons upright piano for $200. Serial # is 59191 and we believe ...
  A: To give you an approximate value, could you email me photos - contact@lindebladpiano.com. If you ...
Conover Antique Piano5/22/2009
  Q: I have a Conover Grand Piano and I would like to know the value. I have the original certificate of ...
  A: Good afternoon, thank you for using all experts. If the piano is all original it may be worth ...
Kimball Piano5/18/2009
  Q: I am looking at a used Kimball Piano for $795. It's number is written in pen inside the back. The ...
  A: It was built in 1973. Since its not that old, it should still hold a tune for awhile. It may be ...
old pianos5/18/2009
  Q: I restored a P A Stark upright piano serial #58414. Can you tell me the age? Hard to find info on ...
  A: Your Starck Upright was built in 1914. Also, in regards to your Kranich & Bach was built in 1906 ...
Schumann baby grand piano5/17/2009
  Q: I have a Schumann baby grand piano, and I would like to know how old it is, and any history about ...
  A: It is built in 1910. If you email me photos, I'll be able to assess its value and see if it has ...
How do I find out who made my piano?5/2/2009
  Q: We recently acquired a second hand piano that has been rebuilt. We have taken off the top of the ...
  A: If you open up the inside where the strings and harp are located, can you email me a photo to ...
wurlitzer upright piano3/30/2009
  Q: recently was given a wurlitzer piano the serial # is 150584. can you give me any info on this piano ...
  A: Good afternoon, your Wurlitzer upright was built in 1937. Its probably worth around $300 - $500. ...
Boosey & Hawkes "Imperial" silver coronet3/25/2009
  Q: Since this is not your expertise', can you direct me to the expert or a knowledgeable individual ...
  A: I do not know anyone that can help. Sorry about that. There's a piano forum that maybe you can ask ...
Smith & Barnes Piano3/24/2009
  Q: Todd, We have a Smith & Barnes Piano #120221 and am trying to find the manf. date and current value. ...
  A: Good afternoon, your piano was built in 1911. If its an upright, its probably worth around $500 and ...
P. A. Starck and Co. Piano3/4/2009
  Q: I have a Starck piano. I think it is a Spinet style. The serial no. is 191666. I'm trying to get any ...
  A: Michael, Its probably worth around $500. It also looks like a spinet. We have an upright ...
age of kimball piano3/1/2009
  Q: I was given a Kimball Piano from my Great Aunt many years ago. I was cleaning it today and was ...
  A:  Your piano was built in 1954 according  to the serial number you gave me. If you have any ...
Age2/24/2009
  Q: I have a Stultz & Bauer Upright Grand piano, which my parents inherited approximately 40 years ago. ...
  A: Good morning, there are decals that are made to match the original decals so when its refinished new ...
Age2/22/2009
  Q: I have a Stultz & Bauer Upright Grand piano, which my parents inherited approximately 40 years ago. ...
  A: Good afternoon, your piano was built in 1911 according  to the serial number you gave me.  Also, you ...
History of a Schumann piano recently purchased2/20/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a Schumann piano from a private owner. I am curious as to any history ...
  A: Good morning, Schumann was also built by Kimball & Samick and could had been built by them with that ...
C.A. Smith Piano2/16/2009
  Q: I recently was given a C.A.Smith piano. I was wondering how old it is and what the value of it is. ...
  A: your piano was built probably in the 1890s or early 1900s. I was unable to get an exact date of ...
Baldwin Piano Serial #B552072/16/2009
  Q: I am considering purchasing a Baldwin Piano, Model #4293, Serial #B55207. Could you please provide ...
  A: in regards to your Baldwin piano, are you sure it is a B and not an 8? Also, if the serial number ...
Smith & Barnes upright1/31/2009
  Q: we currently have a smith & barnes upright piano in our home with serial # 115792. We have no ...
  A: Good morning, in regards to your piano, it was built in 1910. If the piano is all original its ...
upright piano1/4/2009
  Q: I have a beautiful upright piano that I purchased about 30 years ago. I have searched for the ...
  A: If you email me photos of your piano, that will help for me to assess it and give you an approximate ...
Chauncey Piano12/19/2008
  Q: I aquired a Chauncey upright grand and was wondering if you could give me some information on it. ...
  A: Would it be possible for you to email me photos of the piano - contact@lindebladpiano.com. Also, if ...
Wurlrtlizer piano Baby Grand12/4/2008
  Q: We have aWurlrtlizer baby grand that is in perfect condition Serial N O 4205. No marks or damage ...
  A: The piano was built in 1904. When you mention its in perfect condition, is it in original condition ...
Value Of Player Piano11/11/2008
  Q: Todd I Have A Red Japinese Painted Player Piano That My Grandfather Bought For 1000.00 In 1950-1960? ...
  A: Could you try to find the serial number of the piano - ...

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