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| Subject | Date Asked |
| 1896 Decker Brothers Upright Grand | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I moved into my house and it came with a beautiful old piano. It is a 1896 Decker Brothers upright ... A: Unfortunately, once an upright piano reaches 60 to 70 years of age, it generally needs a full ... | |
| Schiller Piano | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: Could you please tell me in what year my Schiller (Illinois) Upright Piano was manufactured? Its ... A: Tony, Your Schiller was originally built in 1915. At this age it is not worth restoring as this ... | |
| piano information and worth | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a Howard upright piano with the number 41190 stamped inside. The piano is in very good ... A: Your piano could have been made RS Howard in New York in 1917 or it was built by Baldwin in ... | |
| chickering piano price | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: A friend give me a chickering piano with serial no 169127.I don't have any idea when was the built ... A: This Chickering piano was built in 1940 and at this age, the value could be as little as $200.00 and ... | |
| Weaver piano | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: What is a kimball victorain parlor organ worth before restoration? A: Sorry for the delay in respoding to you. Any parlor organ from that time period has little value ... | |
| A. B. Chase Upright | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I have recently looked at a old piano A.B. Chase serial number 44811. The finish on the outside is ... A: Molly, This piano was built in 1901. Unfortunately, once an upright piano reaches 60 to 70 years of ... | |
| Piano. | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I would like to inquire about a Kohler & Chase baby grand piano custom built as a gift in 1936. It ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. The serial number of a piano should be clearly visible ... | |
| Our Hallet & Davis | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: We have a Hallet & Davis Baby Grand with a serial # 53045, and was wanting to know the age. Along ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1903! Whoever etched that number probably asked this question ... | |
| What is the cost and how old is my piano | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: How much is my piano worth? How old is the piano? The piano is a Wegman New York est. 1882 I'm ... A: Although the offices for this brand were in New York, the piano was actually made in Newark, NJ. I ... | |
| Beckwith Player Piano | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: We have a Beckwith Player Piano and don't know much about it. We know that it was made by Sears, ... A: Your Beckwith piano was made in 1920 and was originally a nicely built piano. A full restoration ... | |
| value of a piano | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: My mom has recently passed away - her piano was purchased for her by her father, but I am unsure of ... A: The Opera piano was made by David Peek in new York City. It was a student level instrument that was ... | |
| piano value | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a Livingston Piano,York PA upright,mahogany with seat Beautiful exterior. How do I determine ... A: The Livingston piano was built by the Weaver PIano Company in York, Pa. Its value would be no more ... | |
| Lindeman Of NY Restored (Inside & Out) | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: Could you tell me how old my Baby Grand Piano is. Serial Number 141904. Was totally restored and ... A: Lindeman made a nice piano in New York City between 1836 and 1947. The quality and amount of work ... | |
| Piano value | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: My mother has a 1873 F L Neumann upright piano in perfect condition; always well maintained. What ... A: Because upright pianos were not designed to perform well beyond 70 years or so, I would not put a ... | |
| Old piano enquiry | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I've owned this upright WH Paling & Co Victor patent for about 20 years, as a gift from a friend. ... A: The Paling piano was built by the Victor company in Chicago. Yours was built in 1910. Because of ... | |
| Antique Piano Value | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a very old Story and Clark upright piano, serial number 2995. Pecan wood ... A: Mitch, Story & Clark made a nice piano at that time. However, because of its age, the value would ... | |
| Antique Player Piano | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: We are moving my parents, and as much as we do not want to, we must sell their piano. It is a ... A: Unfortunately, this piano would typically need many thousands of dollars of work to be something ... | |
| 1925 Hardman & Peck & Co. Harrington Piano | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I received this 1925 Harrington upright piano SN#102698 and I need to know whether or not it is ... A: Unfortuntaely, my best advice is to enjoy the piano as it is. Do not put money into it as it is more ... | |
| value | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: i have a packard piano - serial number 94474. can you tell me when it was built and what it is ... A: The packard piano was built in Ft. Wayne, In. and yours was built in 1903. Depending on repairs ... | |
| what is the value of my piano? | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano that says, International Pitch.A,435. by Chickerson & Sons with the serial number ... A: Your piano was built in Chickering's Boston factory in 1913. Value would have a wide range, ... | |
| Cornish piano | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know the value of a refinished Cornish piano. Serial number 13036. Thank You Diane A: The Cornish Piano Company was a mail order house in Washington, NJ. Your piano was built in 1903 and ... | |
| Hazelton Brothers piano | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I was recently given a Hazelton Brothers baby grand piano with the serial number 67695. Can you tell ... A: Your Hazelton Bros. baby grand piano was originally built in 1918 in new York City. Repairs on an ... | |
| Steger & Sons old piano | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I would like to sell my piano. It's a baby grand. It has been refinished except for the keyboard ... A: I would recommend having an independent piano tech. examine the piano for you and tell you what they ... | |
| piano | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: i have a reed and sons upright piano. serial number 119230 and sound board # 77811. can you tell me ... A: If 119230 is the serial number your piano was built in 1913 in Steger, Ill. If 77811 is the serial ... | |
| Haines Bros Piano | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I was trying to find the age of my Haines Brothers piano. The serial number looks strange b/c it ... A: This is a mystery. If the piano is an upright, then we have not yet found the serial number. The ... | |
| Henry Miller Upright | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Henry Miller Upright piano, (built in the 1890's), in fair to good overall condition. The ... A: Henry Miller built their pianos in Boston at the time and they were very nice pianos. However, ... | |
| Hoffman Chicago | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: We just looked at a Hoffman Chicago piano. The serial number is 90047. Could you please give me the ... A: The Hoffman of Chicago was built in 1908. A piano this age does not have a real value because they ... | |
| Clough & Warren Piano | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently obtained a piano with the purchase of my house. I am wondering what it may be worth and ... A: Your piano was built by the Warren Piano Company in 1910. Tuning stability can be a real issue with ... | |
| Value of an Old George Steck | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: What is the value of an George Steck parlor grand, mahogany in excellent condition, but with the ... A: That is not a lot to go by. However, your piano was built in New York City sometime between 1903 and ... | |
| Poole upright 54857 | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: I have this piano. Got it for free. know it can be worth a whopping 300 bucks. Question is: Is it ... A: Greg, More than one professional piano technician began his career in the same way. You are not ... | |
| A.B. Chase upright piano | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: I just recieved an A.b. Chase upright piano from my uncle. Used to be my grandmothers and she gave ... A: Your Chase was built in Norwalk, Ohio in 1921. In fact, a year later the United Piano Corp. bought ... | |
| Brinkerhoff 1927 Baby Grand Piano | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: Good afternoon, My husband and I recently purchased a 1927 Brinkerhoff Baby Grand Piano. It is in ... A: A full restoration could easily exceed the value of a piano like a Brinkerhoff. This type of work ... | |
| Brewster Baby Grand | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a Brewster Baby Grand piano. Serial #189828 The piano is in fair condition. It has a ... A: You paid a fair price. Your piano was built in 1927 in New York. I would recommend having an ... | |
| Gulbransen Piano Model 870 | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a Gulbransen oak piano Model 870, serial #419179, which I understand to be from 1952. I am, ... A: The manufacture date of your piano was 1951 and it was built in Gulbransen's Chicago factory. ... | |
| Bell & Co. Antique piano | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I saw the question about dating an antique Bell & Co. piano. I just bought a Bell & Co. upright, ... A: The serial number is usually at the top of the strings inside the piano. The company was established ... | |
| age of piano & worth | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an Adam Schaaf Chicago piano with the serial number 5451. I was told it is an upright grand, ... A: Your Adan Schaaf was originally built between 1895 and 1900. This is information from the "Pierce ... | |
| Brewster upright | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Brewster upright piano, serial no. 39119. Can you tell me when it was manufactured and how ... A: The Brewster upright was built in New York City. Yours was made in 1905. Because of its age, the ... | |
| 2003 victor h paling any good | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: Just wondering if the victor piano is any good. I have found a 8yesr old high gloss five ft 2 for ... A: Unfortunately, the original Victor company stopped manufacturing many years before 2003. I suspect ... | |
| Lindeman and son's piano value | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I've been looking to buy a piano for about a year. I'll have four kids taking at least six years of ... A: The Lindeman piano was nicely built when it was new, however it is at the age where it would ... | |
| Clough & Warren Piano | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Clough & Warren Piano SN is 87858 any idea how old it is? or what it might be worth. A: Your Clough & Warren was built in 1909 in Detroit, Mich. Production of the piano stopped in 1910. ... | |
| By Baldwin Piano | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Hey I was hoping you could give me some more information on my piano manufacturer, year, value, etc. ... A: This is a piano that has been obviously modified. I can only tell you that it was definitely built ... | |
| Hazelton Bros. Baby Grand | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: I have just acquired a Hazelton Brothers Baby Grand serial number 28746. I am looking for an idea of ... A: Your Hazelton was built in new York Coty in 1901. It's "as-is" value would hover somewhere around ... | |
| Estimate of 1913 Wheelock Baby Grand | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a 1913 Wheelock Baby Grand piano. Could you provide me with an ... A: The Wheelock was built in new York City and it was a nicely built piano. Unfortunately, once an ... | |
| Info on Piano | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I just was on your website and was wondering if you could help me find some information on a piano I ... A: The Valentine was only built from 1905 until 1915. There is very little information available on ... | |
| value of piano Edward.P.Mason | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I've a piano baby grand Edward. P. Mason New-York. Serial number's 81001. It had been rebuild 5 or 6 ... A: The Edward P. Mason was built by Jacob Doll & Sons in New York City in 1908. Because rebuilding ... | |
| 1903 schiller special action piano | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: i want to sell my 1903 schiller "special action" piano, but i have no idea what it's worth. it's in ... A: At its age, I would be happy if someone took it away for free. If you get that and any money at all ... | |
| Hallet & Davis piano | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I was just wondering how old this piano is, and what it might possibly be worth. It is a Hallet & ... A: Jessica, According to my references, your piano was built in 1940. Frankly it looks much newer than ... | |
| Age of Chickering Piano | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: My husband & I just purchased a Chickering Upright Piano. We are trying to determine age and value. ... A: Ah, I see. Ok, Now a full restoration without giving any value to the piano would be well over ... | |
| Jesse French Baby Grand | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: Can you tell me how to find the serial number on a Jesse French baby grand piano. I am trying to ... A: The serial number is usually found on the cast iron plate that the strings stretch across. if it ... | |
| WEAVER Spinet | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Upright Spinet Piano made by Weaver. The serial number is 90828- that is the number on top ... A: Yiannis, Your piano was built in 1952. Unfortunately pianos like this have finite lives before they ... | |
| Age of Chickering Piano | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: My husband & I just purchased a Chickering Upright Piano. We are trying to determine age and value. ... A: Your Chickering was built in Boston between 1885 and 1890. At this age, you have a beautiful piece ... | |
| upright grand piano | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: sorry to bother you but I have some questions about a" Crown" orchestral piano m.f.g. Geo P. Bent ... A: Your Crown was built in Chicago in 1901. The 4th pedal has been used by several manufacturers over ... | |
| Gulbransen upright | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I had an older lady give me a piano she said it belonged to her grandmother. Its a Gulbransen ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1933. Gulbransen made a very nice instrument. Unfortunately, once ... | |
| appraisal | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: My baby grand is an" everett boston", serial #39788. It needs a tune and 4 key finger pads replaced. ... A: Yes, your piano was built in Boston in 1910. Because of the piano's age, it would need rebuilding, ... | |
| schiller piano? | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I was recently given a schiller piano serial number 76751. I was hoping to find out what year it ... A: Your Schiller piano was built in 1927. I do not suggest putting much money into the piano as it only ... | |
| A B Chase 1909 Piano | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I purchase this piano for a very nominal price, and would like know what it is worth? It is in very ... A: Unfortunately, once an upright piano reaches 60 to 70 years of age, it generally needs a full ... | |
| Hardman Piano | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a classic grand 5'-11" Hardman Piano, serial #84917 restored in 1989 in very good condition. ... A: William, The Hardman company built a great piano! They were the official piano of the Metropolitan ... | |
| Ricca & Son piano | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: We have a Ricca & Son upright piano with what appears to be a serial number of 61329 (I believe we ... A: According to your serial number, your piano was built in 1920. I feel that if someone were to ... | |
| Wheelock upright piano | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: My husband purchased a Wheelock upright piano from the salvation army for me. I was thinking of ... A: Your piano was built in 1907 intheir 149th St factory in New York City. At its age, any money that ... | |
| Bennett - Bretz upright | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: I own a Bennett - Bretz upright piano # 17430. It has been in my family since the 1950's. It was ... A: Your Bennett-Bretz was built in 1902 in harrisburgh, pa. In 1904 the company was taken over by ... | |
| value range of piano | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: I need to sell a piano for an elderly friend. It's a Baldwin and inside says Grand Prix Paris 1900 ... A: Your piano was built in 1936. I would put the value between $300.00 and $500.00, depending on ... | |
| Chickering & Sons Piano | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Chickering & Sons upright piano in fair condition, serial #:91459. I was wondering if you ... A: Your Chickering was built in Boston between 1895 and 1900. The piano was originally beautifully ... | |
| willis player piano | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: We have a Willis Montreal player piano with the guts removed. It is not in tune at this time and we ... A: Player pianos naturally need many thousands of dollars of work by the time they are 50 years old or ... | |
| Kop Bros upright piano | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at buying (to refinish) a Kop Bros. New YORK upright piano. It is intricately carved. ... A: The Kops Bros., New York was actually built by Hadorff Piano Company in Rockford, Ill. I do not ... | |
| Value of a 1963 Kohler and Campbell Baby Grand | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at buying a 1963 Kohler and Campbell Baby Grand. I have not seen it in person but it ... A: A 1963 K&C baby grand was a lower "middle of the road" model at that time. It is also approaching an ... | |
| Gourlay, Winter and Leeming piano | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have an antique upright Gourlay, Winter & Leeming piano that a friend gave me with a number 3127 ... A: Your piano was built in the Toronto Canada factory between 1909 and 1912. The condition of the ... | |
| PACKARD Baby Grand | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: The # is 25336 Wanting to downsize my home and would like to know it's value. Thank you' Barbara ... A: Your Packard grand was built in Ft. Wayne, Indiana between 1871 and 1895. It was originally a hand ... | |
| Gibbons and stone piano | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10-19-1907, serial # 6083, its in decent shape any idea what it may be worth, or is it ... A: Gibbons & Stone was established in 1869 in Rochester, NY and they made a nice instrument. ... | |
| Chickering Quarter Grand Age and Value | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: Can you tell me how old my Chickering Quarter Grand piano is? It's serial number (or at least the ... A: The Quarter Grand was a model of Chickering that was slimmer than most pianos and fit into spaces ... | |
| 1921 hattle davis & co upright piano | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: How much would a 1921 hattle davis & co piano that has not been played or tuned in many years and is ... A: This is not a piano we would look for. It is past its useful life and would require a full ... | |
| upright grand | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I have inherited a Burr Walnut upright grand piano with the receipt of purchase dated 19th April ... A: Trish, Pianos age due to tension on the strings and changes in humidity, as well as from use and ... | |
| bradbury new york piano | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: we have a 1885 Bradbury New York piano in great condition. My son takes lessons on it. Would you ... A: The Bradbury was one of many nicely built pianos made throughout the 19th c. in New York. ... | |
| Francis Bacon w/ Serial Number | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a baby grand Frances Bacon, serial number 77756. The bronze-colored iron harp shaped ... A: Lissa, Francis Bacon was a nicely built manufacturer, but not the best available. Because of its ... | |
| Frances Bacon w/ Serial Number | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a baby grand Frances Bacon, serial number 77756. The bronze-colored iron harp shaped ... A: First the Blue Book of Pianos website has so many errors and mistakes on it that I cannot count them ... | |
| 1921 Upright Piano | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a upright piano made by Williams and Sons out of Chicago. I think it is a 1921 piano but I'm ... A: Williams and Sons sold their pianos completely by mail order. They incorporated in 1884 and it ... | |
| Piano age | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I just recently got a Victor Chicago piano and was wondering what year it was made and possibly ... A: The Victor company was est. in 1891 in Chicago. In 1920 Bush & Lane took them over, but your piano ... | |
| piano | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: What is value of Chickering Grand, 5 foot 1 inch, walnut, traditional style, serial # 164870, not ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1938 in the Rochester, NY factory for Chickering. Unfortunately, ... | |
| Winter Piano | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: I am confused to who actually manufactured our very old family piano. Serial number 261844. It was ... A: The first piano I ever played on was a Winter! Your question about the actual manufacturer can be ... | |
| chickering baby grand | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a chickering piano, I need to know where the serial number would be. I don't know how old it ... A: The serial number on a Chickering grand piano is generally on the cast iron plate stamped in ink. On ... | |
| Value of Ernest Gabler | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I have an Ernest Gabler, Patent New York 1776 piano. I am unsure of the serial number. It is black ... A: Pianos in general do not do well when left in areas without climate control for long periods of ... | |
| Baldwin Sargent Cincinnati Baby Grand | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: We recently inherited a piano and would like to sell it. Would you know the approximate value of a ... A: It appears that your piano was originally built in 1978. Does that make sense to you? Also, value ... | |
| piano value | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: We had just purchased a old piano from an auction. Just would like to know the value of it. It is a ... A: This piano was built to last up to 70 years before needing restoration. The work needed would cost ... | |
| upright grand | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I have inherited a Burr Walnut upright grand piano with the receipt of purchase dated 19th April ... A: The Neufeld piano was built in Berlin, Germany. Unfortunately, any piano is built to last up to 70 ... | |
| Age of AB Chase Upright | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I am buying an AB Chase upright, serial number 53259, and I was wondering if you can tell me the ... A: Your piano was built in 1908 in their Norwalk, Ohio. I think that you are on borrowed time right ... | |
| Piano | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Piano information on it is as follows:: Est 1857 # 2447150 World Columbia Exp awarded to WW ... A: The serial number you gave me does not make sense. Please double check it. The Kimball Company in ... | |
| Piano | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1928 Straube piano, serial number 18629, that I would like to sell and I would like to know ... A: Actually, if the serial number is #18629, then the piano was built in 1912. It was built in Hammond, ... | |
| George Steck Piano | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: We are interested in selling our piano because we are moving out of the area. It is an antique ... A: Your piano was built between 1895 and 1900, according to your serial number. The finish work that ... | |
| Age and value of my antique piano | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I have owned my antique upright Weber New York piano since 1970, when my family obtained it from an ... A: Your piano was built by Albert Weber in 1922. His factory was located in New York City and he was a ... | |
| Ba;dwin Upright | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: Can you give me an estimated value of 1938 Baldwin Upright. Serial # 13526 Stamped inside with ... A: Your piano was actually built in 1906 according to the serial number. Although it was a beautifully ... | |
| Antique Piano | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: "I have a lovely, old upright piano. It appears to be oak. Directly above the keyboard is noted A. ... A: The only mention of AB Smith in my references places the factory in Cincinnati, Ohio. Unfortunately, ... | |
| Knabe 6'3" Grand Piano - built 1917 | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: built in 1917 based on ser #. It plays well, and is in overall good condition. THANKS MUCH. A: Peter, Judging from your picture it appears that the piano has had work done to it. It does not ... | |
| wm. knabe upright | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at a william Knabe upright piano, serial number: 139701. It was made, I think in ... A: In general the Knabe pianos at that time were very nicely built. Later Knabe pianos went down in ... | |
| Howard Cabinet Grand Piano | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Howard Cabinet Grand Piano with the serial # 78636. Could you please tell me when it was ... A: Howard built a full size upright in New York City. Yours was made in 1931. As far as value, the ... | |
| Piano Value | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: Galassini, I have a J. Bauer Baby Grand Piano serial number 116935. It has not been restored but ... A: Your piano was built by Wurlitzer in 1930. The value of a piano like yours depends almost entirely ... | |
| 1925 baldwin Howard | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to get (as the owner describes) a 1925 Antique Howard Baldwin upright player ... A: A 1925 Baldwin Howard was originally built to serve for 50 years or so before needing full ... | |
| Family Piano Worth Restoring? | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Matmusmek & Son cabinet grand piano in my house for as long as I can remember. The serial # ... A: Your Mathushek was originally built between 1895 and 1900. Unfortunately, it would need ful ... | |
| instruction book for player piano | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: we recently purchased a Brewster player piano and would appreciate any information about it's care, ... A: The Brewster was built in East Rochester New York. Operation is best shown in person and it is rare ... | |
| weaver upright piano | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: How do i identify age and value of my piano. its number is 42083. A: Your Weaver was built between 1870 and 1900. I suspect from your serial number that it was built ... | |
| fl neumann | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I've just got a fl neumann hamburg vertical piano sn 8574, I'd like to know age and aprox value, the ... A: Your Neumann was built between 1895 and 1900. At its age, condition will dictate value much more ... | |
| Gulbransen Baby Grande | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a Gulbransen Baby Grand made in Chicago. It has a number: P-46 on the harp. I do not know ... A: Unfortunately, there are several ways to connect your pedal assembly and it is not something that ... | |
| Cable Paino | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano made by cable company Chicago sn# 42612 and would like to know the age and approxmate ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1902. Unfortunately, this piano was built to last up to 70 years ... | |
| Sohmer & Co | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: My Aunt purchased this piano around 1959. She passed away and passed it on to me. I had not been ... A: Your Sohmer was built between 1956 and 1961 in their new York City factory. It was a fine piano when ... | |
| upright piano | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a Byron Mauzy upright. Inside on the metal plate it says "San Francisco Highest Award Gold ... A: Your piano was built in San Francisco. It was built between 1884 and 1905. At its age, it has a ... | |
| A B Cameron Piano | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a upright piano with serial #55940. The piano is in good condition and has been tuned with ... A: Your piano was built in 1938, the last year of production for this brand. Because of its age, ... | |
| PIANO RESTORATION | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: I am presently looking to buy a second hand piano and know that it will eventually need to be ... A: I love older Knabe pianos. Unfortunately, full restoration costs much more than $7,000.00, if it is ... | |
| Aeolian Baby Grand | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1923 Aeolian Baby Grand Player Piano. It has been in my family since the 50s when my ... A: Your Aeolian piano was a nicely built instrument when it was new. Unfortunately, a 1923 piano is ... | |
| Age of our Milton | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: Trying to find the age of our Milton Piano and its approximate value. Serial #59129 A: Your piano was originally built in 1911. Milton's factory was located on West 34th St. in New York ... | |
| age of piano and value | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I have an upright grand piano from Thompson piano company of Chicago. Serial #27894 The piano is ... A: The Thompson piano was a name used by the Steger company. Steger was founded in 1879 and built a ... | |
| Piano age | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: I have an Beale upright Piano, Boudoir Grand, The serial number is 14431, could you please tell me ... A: G'day Mike! Your Beale piano was made in New South Wales, Australia. It was built just before 1905, ... | |
| Brewster Piano | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a Brewster upright piano. The number inside is 61420. While it has dings and ... A: Old uprights, no matter how wonderful they sound, do not have a significant market value in today's ... | |
| packard wall grand | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: my serial # is 67841 is this to early to be registered ? this piano is in great shape been in family ... A: Your piano looks to have been built shortly before 1895. I would guess in 1894. For the best ... | |
| wurlitzer upright pian | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: How much do you think my wurlitzer upright piano is worth? Its serial # is 583010 so I believe from ... A: A Wurlitzer piano made at that time would have a range in value of between $200. and $400. in good ... | |
| Leach Piano | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a Leach piano from the turn of the century. It was fabricated in Montreal, Canada, by the ... A: Although the Leach Piano was a very nicely built instrument, the last one was built in the 1920's. ... | |
| Value of Harvard Piano | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a Harvard Piano Co Cincinnait Ohio, Plectra - Phone Pat Feb 27,1894 Serial number 10476. I ... A: Amy, Your piano was built between 1895 and 1900. The piano was roginally nicely built, but was not ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand 222114 | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: This is a 1965 Chickering baby grand piano. I believe Mahagany but not a "shiny" finish. Do you ... A: At 46 years old the value will be dramatically effected by your piano's condition. I would give ... | |
| Lindeman & Sons Piano | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: One of our neighbors moved about a year ago and decided they had no room for the upright piano they ... A: Good luck in your studies as a musician. We need more educated musicians! Anyway, your Lindeman ... | |
| WM Knabe - price | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I am looking to sell my upright WM Knabe. Serial number is 165909. Can you please advise what is ... A: Your Knabe piano was originally built in 1960. At 50 years old, the condition will dictate its value ... | |
| Value of a J Bauer & Co. Baby Grand? | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: Do you have any idea the value (if any) of a J. Bauer & Co. Chicago #35265 Baby Grand? It was ... A: Your J. Bauer was originally built in 1892 in their Chicago, Ill. manufacturing facility. The ... | |
| Howard Grand Cincinnati-Chicago | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: We've had this piano in the garage for years. It needs a lot of work. Keys are eroding, wood needs ... A: Any piano left to the elements for any prolonged period of time will be compromised at the least and ... | |
| Antique Piano Howard Grand Cincinnati-Chicago | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano cabinet Howard grand cincinnati-Chicago. Inside, I have a number #5339. I would ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1902. Without an examination it is impossible to give a value on ... | |
| williams and sons piano | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: Just picked up a very heavy Williams and Sons limited edition Piano. The serial number is 61839, ... A: Your piano was built in 1905 in Toronto. I have no reference to a "limited edition", but many ... | |
| howard baldwin piano | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: age and value of howard bakldwin upright piano with the number (95353) stamped inside A: Your Howard piano was built in 1966 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The value will fall between $300. and $500. ... | |
| Kohler & Chase upright question | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: I inherited this piano from my greatgrandmother. She said she bought it new in San Francisco. I ... A: Your piano was built in San Francisco in 1905. A new tall upright in as similar quality as ... | |
| Knabe piano | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a vintage upright Knabe piano and would like to know what it is worth. It has a small gold ... A: This piano was built in 1971. It is true that the brand was the official piano of the Metropolitan ... | |
| Howard Upright Grand Piano | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Howard - Cabinet Grand Piano from Cincinnati Chicago...It is at least 40 years old but I am ... A: Cabinet grands were popular up through the 1930's. Pianos like the Howard were designed to last up ... | |
| Beethoven Piano and Organ Company | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: My daughter was given an upright piano with that name on it and I think the serial number is 67984. ... A: First, ANY piano is worth tuning - at least if you would like to play it without pain. Your ... | |
| Beginner piano's : which is best? | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at used pianos for my 3 children to learn on. My choices are a Story & Clark Console ... A: The Story & Clark was built in 1947. At the age of the pianos that you are considering, present ... | |
| George Steck Upright piano | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: A George Steck & Co. upright piano was recently given to my daughter. All but one octave is out ... A: Your George Steck was originally a hand built piano. Unfortunately, it was built to last up to 70 ... | |
| piano age | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I'm trying to identify age of a piano marked GAYLORD CHICAGO CABINET GRAND #107682. nothing comes up ... A: Gaylord built pianos in Chicago, but unfortunately there is absolutely no information on them in my ... | |
| Willis and co upright grand | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: How old is a Willis and company piano serial number 31727. It's in amazing condition and tuned ... A: Angie, Your Willis was built in 1927 in Quebec in the Lesage factory. Its value is $200. to $400. ... | |
| Brewster Upright Piano | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: A friend and I recently picked up a Brewster piano from a sidewalk. The owners had recently acquired ... A: This piano was built in 1922. It has a minimal value (up to $200.) in its best condition, but for ... | |
| Howard Cincinatti Piano | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: How old is my piano....It's a Howard Cincinnati Serial #309434 and how much is it worth? A: Your piano was built in 1941. Its value is likely $200. to $400. USD. For information that is ... | |
| Schaeffer Player Piano | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a Schaeffer Player Piano Serial No. 71653. I need to removed the player mechanism so that I ... A: I suggest that you have a professional piano technician remove the player system. It is very ... | |
| Bradbury Baby Grand | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I cannot locate the model and serial numbers. Can you tell me where to locate these numbers? Also, ... A: Brosha, The Bradbury was a "middle of the road" manufacturer when this piano was new. They rarely ... | |
| colby and co piano | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Rich I have a upright Colby and Co piano...2 pedal and I cannot find info on this 2 pedal and I ... A: Mike, Without more information I cannot help - BUT - I suggest that for the best information, you ... | |
| Chickering Grand Piano | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a Chickering Grand Piano (seriel # 9676). It has beautiful wood finish, all keys are present ... A: This is an Oooold piano if the serial number is correct. Is it possible it was made in 1850? If so, ... | |
| Victor Pianola | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I've recently bought a W H PALING - Victor Pianola and was wondering how old it was and what it ... A: Your Victor was made by the Paling co. of Sydney, Australia. Full restoration would caost many ... | |
| Value of Antique Chickering HUGE piano | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: 30yrs ago my father aquired an Antique Piano. it was so massive he used it as a Plan Table. Im ... A: Chickering began building pianos in 1823. You clearly have a "square piano" made by them, which were ... | |
| Value of 1895 Chickering | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I have an 1895 6'4" Chickering Grand piano. Serial # 86190. It was rebuilt/refinished in 1984. ... A: This is terrible news. The model of Chickering that you have is one of my personal favorites from ... | |
| What are Wickham Pianos | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I have an apartment size upright piano. Inside it says Wickham in the bronze. Can you tell me how ... A: Your piano used Wickham, the venerable plate manufacturer, to provide the cast iron plate for your ... | |
| Age of piano | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I am preparing to advertise an upright Lindeman piano, serial # 122808, for sale on Craigslist. It ... A: Your Lindemann piano was originally built in their New York City factory in 1910. Unfortunately, ... | |
| Piano | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Harvard upright piano with a serial number of 6573. I am interested in the manufactured ... A: Your Harvard upright piano was originally built in between 1890 and 1895 in their Dayton, Kentucky ... | |
| 5'2" Style U Grand, Louis XV Weber | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: I have the above referenced piano--seems to be exactly what you can find in an old (1927) Weber ... A: I do not think it would be worth putting a large sum of money into this piano because the cost of ... | |
| Hardman Peck Grand Piano 1895 | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: Galassini, I have the above-mentioned piano in storage. The serial # is 44673. The size is 6'9" I ... A: OK, For a formal appraisal that takes into account the actual condition of your piano, I suggest ... | |
| A.B. Chase piano | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a A.B. Chase piano upright. How do I find the serial number? How do I know how old it is. I ... A: The serial number is generally inside the piano at the top of the strings. It could be stamped in ... | |
| Willis piano | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: We have a Willis serial # 37067, which I believe is 50 years old. It is in good condition, requiring ... A: Good Morning Brian, Your Willis was built in their Quebec facility in 1940. Based on your ... | |
| Andrew Kohler New York Upright Piano | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: We have been given an old piano that says Andrew Kohler New York. The serial number is 184935. It ... A: Andrew Kohler was a principal in the firm Kohler & Chase and they made a model with his name on it ... | |
| Hardman Peck Grand Piano 1895 | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: Galassini, I have the above-mentioned piano in storage. The serial # is 44673. The size is 6'9" I ... A: The Hardman was the official piano of the Metropolitan Opera from the 1890's until 1926. The ... | |
| T Trautwein Piano | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I have T Trautwein upright piano which is approximately 200 years old. I think it is one of first ... A: Your Trautwein piano was built by the Neufeld company of Berlin, Germany. They were establised in ... | |
| How old is my piano | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought an old Baldwin piano with serial number 318854. I would also like to know if it is ... A: Is there any other name on the piano, like Acrosonic or Hamilton? I ask that because Baldwin had ... | |
| antique piano | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: what is my upright piano worth by clough&warren company? Serial number is 75472 and it looks as that ... A: Your piano was originally built between 1895 and 1900. As a balloark value, I would place your piano ... | |
| wathham upright | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a Waltham upright at a junk shop for $80.Its in decent condition but needs serious ... A: The Waltham piano was built in Milwaukee, Wisc. in 1912. Unfortunately the piano was built with 50 ... | |
| Howard upright | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Howard upright piano with what I think is a serial number 10901. What is the age and ... A: Your Howard upright could have been built by RS Howard in New York City, or it could have been ... | |
| Holmes Bros Piano | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a Holmes and Son, New York, piano which my mom bought used in about 1955, and I am curious as ... A: Your Holmes & Son upright was originally built by Foster-Armstrong in New York. Your piano was ... | |
| CHICKERING SM. BABY GRAND | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: Good Afternoon: My husband recently became ill & we may need to sell our piano to assist mortgage ... A: Your Chickering baby grand was originally manufactured in 1938. Chickering was well recognized as an ... | |
| ennis piano | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I have an ennis upright serial number 5271. I would like to know its aprox. age and its value. ... A: Your Ennis piano was built in Ontario between 1902 and 1905. It has little value today, but for ... | |
| Victor Pianos | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I just picked up a Victor piano at a thrift shop for $50.00. It is in solid condition and most of ... A: Happy piano! Your Victor was built in their Chicago facility in 1904. I would recommend having a ... | |
| Kroeger | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: My Mom has an upright Kroeger piano, good condition, original dark mahogany finish, plain design, ... A: Kroeger made a nicely built piano and yours was made in either their Stamford, Ct. facility or in ... | |
| smith and nixon piano | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an antique smith and nixon ebersole piano in very good condition it is a 68''x55'' upright ... A: Your Smith & Nixon piano was manufactured in their Cincinnati factory in 1902. It has little value ... | |
| Krakaeur piano | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Krakauer Brothers walnut baby grand piano, manufactured in 1897. It has beautifully carved ... A: My best advice is to have a local technician examine the piano for you. They will take into ... | |
| harvard piano | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Could you tell me the date of manufacture of my piano? It is made by the harvard piano company and ... A: Your Harvard Piano was originally built between 1890 and 1895 in their Dayton, Kentucky factory. ... | |
| What year and approximate value is my Piano? | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Wurlitzer Baby Grand Piano that measures 4'5" by 4'7". The serial number is ... A: Quentin, This is not the serial number. I cannot help without more information. However, The value ... | |
| weber | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired a Weber New-York up right piano. I found her serial number, which is 32280, within ... A: Your piano was built in 1918. If you would like to learn more, I suggest you hire a local ... | |
| Adam Schaaf Cabinet Grand Chicago Piano | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired an old Adam Schaaf piano and am wondering how much it is worth. The serial is ... A: Your piano was built in 1907. The value of this instrument would depend more on present condition ... | |
| Piano restore | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a baby grand Chickering piano that I received for free....It is not in the best of shape, but ... A: Your piano can have a huge range in condition and value. I suggest you hire a local technician to ... | |
| Age/Value J. T. Bowers & Son Upright Piano | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: The printing on my piano says that it was manufactured for Bowers and Son. The serial number is ... A: JT Bowers was a piano store in San Francisco. Their piano was built by the Dietemann Piano Co., but ... | |
| Ernst Gabler Piano | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I've got what I believe to be a circa 1870's Ernst Gabler piano, serial number 31013, that was left ... A: Although I haven't seen the piano, I can answer in a confident "no". Sorry. If you need ... | |
| Wurlitzer Player Piano | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wurlitzer Player Piano. Serial number 58834. Can you tell me what year it was built and ... A: Your Wurlitzer was originally built in 1924. The value of this instrument would depend more on ... | |
| piano/age/value | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: ..we have a Chickering & Sons piano scale 67BB, serial #88916. It is made with burl mahogany. It ... A: Your Chickering was hand built between 1895 and 1900. The value of this instrument would depend ... | |
| Hamilton Baby grand | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hamilton baby grand serial 119851(House of Baldwin). It has a cream/yellow painted body. ... A: The value of this instrument would depend more on present condition than anything else and I suggest ... | |
| piano age and value | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a A B Chase upright. SN 34611 What is its age and is it worth restoration? What would it ... A: Your Chase was built between 1890 and 1895. I doubt it is worth the investment to restore it to ... | |
| piano year | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a George Steck upright model #155056. Could please tell me a year that this was made and the ... A: Your george Steck was built in 1951. The value of this instrument would depend more on present ... | |
| Ludwig piano | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Anything you can tell me about a Ludwig grand piano #107452 would be appreciated. Is there any ... A: Your Ludwig was built in NY in 1924. Originally, this was a nicely built "middle of the road" kind ... | |
| Baldwin Grand L Series | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in an approximate value for a 6'3" Baldwin Grand L Series, serial number 220937 made ... A: Meg, You didnt ask me a question, so I will just comment. This was a very well made piano when ... | |
| Wm. Knabe | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wm. Knabe console piano purchased by my grandfather. I believe it was made in 1941 (serial ... A: Knabe pianos are one of my very favorite brands - period. Yes, your piano was built in 1941 in their ... | |
| 1901 Gourlay, Winter & Leeming piano | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: Rich, I was just communicating about my Gourlay,Winter & Leeming piano, serial #236. And your ... A: Matt, The value of this instrument would depend more on present condition than anything else and I ... | |
| 1920s Steck baby grand | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: We have a Steck piano purchased for my mother in the 1920s. It needs more than a tuning but it ... A: The value of this instrument would depend more on present condition than anything else and I suggest ... | |
| Waltham Milwaukee Baby Grand Piano | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: Someone is selling a Waltham Milwaukee baby grand piano that was made in 1903. Do you know what the ... A: Without seeng the piano, I can tell you very little. Waltham only made grands from 1924 - 1929 and I ... | |
| Schiller Paino | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a Schiller (Oregon, IL) upright. Serial # 32899 On the front it says Cabinet Grand, ... A: Your Schiller piano was built in 1909. As far as value, I recommend having a local piano ... | |
| Value of Grinnell Cabinet Grand | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 57" upright piano with ivory keys made by Grinnell Brothers in Detroit. The serial number ... A: Your Grinnell piano was built in 1919. As far as value and what repair would improve its value, I ... | |
| Knabe Baby Grand | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: A Knabe Baby Grand was given to me with (I think) the Serial #17283. I was wondering the year it ... A: First, I have to tell you that I LOVE older Knabe grands. Your piano was built in Baltimore ... | |
| Cohen and Hoghes | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I've inherited a what I believe to be an antique upright piano. It appears to be in fair condition ... A: Although I know of a Cohen and Hughes piano made in Baltimore, they did not report serial numbers to ... | |
| Piano Age | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: Just acquired a piano via craigslist the previous owner has no knowledge of its history. It is a ... A: Your piano was built in 1917 in Lindeman's New York City factory. As far as value is concerned, I ... | |
| year and worth | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a strich @ zeidler grand piano the sr# is 10346, what year was it made. plays good and looks ... A: Your piano was originally built in Strich & Zeidler's New York City factory in the year 1900. As ... | |
| Value of Piano | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hamilton Baldwin Symmetrical Baby Grand Piano. the serial number is 135258. This was my ... A: Aaahhh! Hello again Robin, Yes there is a mistake. Some Baldwins (like the SG) had a different ... | |
| Wegman | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wegman upright piano serial# 165873 and was wondering the approximate age maybe the low ... A: Your piano was built in 1956. As far as value is concerned, I would recommend having a local piano ... | |
| Value of baby grand | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have just acquired a Chickering baby grand circa 1928 mfg#154724. Any idea what it's worth? thanks ... A: Chickering was a beautifully built piano at that time. However, condition will dictate value at this ... | |
| howard Baldwin piano | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: Could you please tell me the age and value of this piano? I learned to play this piano when I was in ... A: Is there any other name on the piano? If it only says Baldwin, then it was originally built in 1972, ... | |
| approx. value of 1906 Hobart M. Cable Upright Cabinet Grand Piano | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: 1906 solid oak Hobart M. Cable Upright Cabinet Grand Piano: -purchased from original owner in 1978 ... A: I do not know exactly what work was done or the quality of work, so I feel uncomfortable giving you ... | |
| Value of a Grand piano | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I was just wondering a price on a 1867 Chichering rose wood. Its a 8.5" Grand and 86keys. It's in ... A: An 1867 Chickering could be a wonderful looking piece, but piano technology was evolving at that ... | |
| Age of Bell & Co piano | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a "Bell & CO" piano. The serial number is 27123. Can you tell me when it was ... A: Your Bell & Co. piano was built between 1913 and 1917 in their New York City factory. As far as ... | |
| Harrison Piano | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: We have a Harrison Chicago Piano in fair condition -- one key broken, a couple of hammers broken, ... A: The Harrison of Chicago was built by the Kimball piano company in 1903. As far as value is ... | |
| chickering baby grand | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: My 85 year old mother has a chickering baby grand piano and we were wondering what year it is an a ... A: Your Chickering was built in 1947. As far as value is concerned, my best advice is to hire a local ... | |
| player piano | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I'm just wondering about a player piano I am about to acquire from my grandparents. We tried to ... A: This player piano was hand built in Montreal in 1926. It would be normal for a player piano to need ... | |
| Antique Piano | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Any information about my piano would be greatly appreciated. From piano cover: Trautwein, Berlin ... A: The Trautwein was built by The Neufeld company that began in Berlin in 1872. Their street address ... | |
| Value of Piano | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hamilton Baldwin Symmetrical Baby Grand Piano. the serial number is 135258. This was my ... A: I have seen several Baldwin Hamilton symmetrical grands. I believe they did not make thousands of ... | |
| antique piano and stool | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Willis & Co. Ltd. piano manufactured in Montreal with a serial number of 17809. I also ... A: Your piano was made in Montreal in 1917. Although it was originally hand built, the piano was ... | |
| Baldwin grande help | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: Do you know how to get out the action from a Baldwin Sargent Grande Piano? In this piano (about 70 ... A: I recommend finding a local technician to examine the piano for you. From your description, I ... | |
| my piano | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a werner piano serial number 173672 and was wondering the age and value A: The Werner piano was built in Ohio. Unfortunately, none of my references have a listing of age by ... | |
| Piano Age - estimated value | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I have an upright Milton Piano- walnut (i think) finish. Built by Kohler & Campbell with serial ... A: Your piano was built in the Kohler & Campbell factory in 1959. The Milton model was a nicely built ... | |
| Gourlay Winter & Leeming Piano | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Gourlay Winter & Leeming Piano #236.It has been passed down to my wife from a Great ... A: Your Gourlay, Winter, & Leeming piano was built in their Toronto factory from 1904 until 1924, when ... | |
| Age and value of piano | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: Have a Victor chicago piano with serial number 19519. Want to know age and approximate value, needs ... A: Victor pianos was established in 1891. Your Victor piano was originally built in their Chicago ... | |
| Age and value of Wellington Piano | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a working Wellington piano upright, serial #176047. I would like to know when it was built ... A: Your Wellington piano was originally built in 1913, by the Cable Piano Company. Value is totally ... | |
| Cornish Company Piano | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: We have a Cornish upright piano made in Washington, NJ. The serial number is 17698. Can you tell me ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1908. Unfortunately, I cannot tell the value without examining ... | |
| Special Ludwig upright... questions! | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: Hey, I was in a thrift store recently and saw a sign that reads all pianos 50% off.I walked over and ... A: You asked lots of questions and I can only answer some without examining this piano. First, the ... | |
| antique piano | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: what it is worth and should we fix it A: Your AB Chase piano was built in their Norwalk, Ohio factory between 1895 and 1900. For questions ... | |
| Harvard Piano | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a Harvard Company piano with the serial number 29984....can you give me information about ... A: Your piano was built in Harvard's Cincinnati, Ohio factory in 1917. My best advice is to hire a ... | |
| age & worth | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a Lindeman & sons piano #130448 & a Peavey 4 string # 00875902. Could you tell me thier age ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1918. In regards to value, they generally do not have a ... | |
| Gourlay, Winter & Leeming McMillan Upright | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a McMillan piano manufactured by Gourlay, WInter and Leeming, with two different numbers on ... A: Your piano was built in the company's Toronto, Canada factory and from the serial number you gave, ... | |
| brewster piano | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: i have a brewster player piano with leaded glass front. how do i know what year it was made and its ... A: Your Brewster player piano was built in their New York factory in 1920. For the best advice in ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: There is a Baldwin Baby Grand yr.1910 serial # is 22420 for sale in a nearby city. It needs to be ... A: Your piano was built in 1914. Although Baldwin built a tremendous piano at that time, it was built ... | |
| Wurlitzer Baby Grand | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Any advice or issues to look out for? From this somewhat fuzzy picture, what can you tell me about ... A: Unfortunately, without more information like the serial number, I cannot tell you more about this ... | |
| Hamilton Upright. Burlwood? | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Looking for the age and best case value of my excellent Hamilton upright. Serial # 72275. Number on ... A: Your piano was built in 1914. Although Baldwin built a tremendous piano at that time, it was built ... | |
| antique piano | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Knight-Brinkerhoff with a serial number I found 18443 on the inside back panel. I am ready ... A: Hello Gwen, Your piano was built around 1916. Although it was originally a nicely built piano, it ... | |
| OLd Brinkerhoff Piano | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I was just given an old Brinkerhoff Upright Piano and was trying to figure out what year it was made ... A: Your piano was built in the Brinkerhoff factory in 1923, in Chicago. My best advice is to hire a ... | |
| piano value | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a customer that I can buy a Jacobs Brothers labeled piano from. My customer believes it is ... A: Unfortunately, all i can tell you is that the piano was built before 1905, so your date could be ... | |
| value of Warfield piano serial #60033 | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Warfield piano and 3 boxers of player music. I am planning to put on craigslist. What is ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1923 and, if it is in original condition, it only has a value of ... | |
| Baldwin antique grand | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a carved antique Baldwin piano that I inherited that I know was a player originally. ... A: Without knowing more about the piano, I cannot really give you a value that would be accurate at ... | |
| Piano age and is it worth restoring | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find the age of my piano. I'm having little luck with the company being listed ... A: Your piano was built by the Waltham Piano Company in Milwaukee. It was built between 1890 and 1895. ... | |
| Age and value of Willis Cabinet Grand Piano | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: My parents own a Cabinet Grand Piano, serial #6459, from the Willis & Co. Limited (Montreal). My ... A: The Willis Piano Company began as a retail store, but in 1907, took over the Lesage Piano Company ... | |
| Schubert Upright | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I am restoring a Schubert upright, serial #51587. Under the top lid, there is a "Diploma" that ... A: Just curious - are you a piano technician or just refinishing the piano? There were 5 different ... | |
| KAWAI BABY GRAND, KG-1C, EBONY | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I am looking at a mint condition, 1981, Japanese KAWAI BABY GRAND, KG-1C, EBONY. The owner has ... A: Because this piano is almost 30 years old, I think it is very wise to have your technician examine ... | |
| cameo piano by melodigrand corp of ny | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: would like to know the year it was made the number in the left hand corner is #5860 and any thing ... A: There were two different Cameo companies. One was located in Canada and made full size uprights. ... | |
| how old is my piano? | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: Could you please help me with the date on my piano. It it an "Plectraphone" the serial # is 10476. ... A: Your Harvard piano was built in their Ohio factory between 1895 and 1900. Unfortunately, I cannot ... | |
| Early Ennis & Co. Piano | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: Would you be able to tell me the age and approx. value of an Ennis & Co. piano I bought recently. I ... A: Your Ennis piano was built between 1912 and 1917 in their Oshawa factory. It is difficult to find ... | |
| piano age | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: i have a cornish & co upright piano #7713 i am trying to figuire out the age all of the keys are on ... A: Your Cornish piano was originally built in the year 1895 in their Washington, NJ factory. At its ... | |
| Beale baby grand | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Beale baby grand, serial number 18202. It's black, in great condition and has been very ... A: Your Beale baby grand was originally built in Sydney, Australia and was considered the largest ... | |
| Bradbury piano serial number location | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: Where should I look to find the serial number on a Bradbury upright piano? There is a set of ... A: Unfortunately, this is probably not the serial number to this piano (unless it was built in 1840). ... | |
| My Wing and Sons player piano | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I am considering selling my 1926 Wing and Sons player piano sn#49977 and would like to know it's ... A: Without examining the piano, I cannot give you a value. $3,000.00 may have paid for the refinishing, ... | |
| piano value? | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: 1954 Baldwin plate inside reads; "Grand Prix Paris 1900 * grand prize St. Louis 1904* The Baldwin ... A: You have a Baldwin R, which was one of the company's "Artist Series" pianos, which were their finest ... | |
| A.B.Chase antique piano | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an antique A.B.Chase upright grand manufactured in 1905 I have no idea what it is worth and I ... A: A.B. Chase was established in 1875 in Norwalk, Oh. They did not begin building pianos until a decade ... | |
| AGE AND PRICE OF A HALLET DAVIS & CO | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know if you can tell me the year and approximate value of a baby grand Hallet Davis ... A: The Hallet Davis piano you described was built in 1918 in Boston. At this time, the Conway Piano ... | |
| George Steck 1935 Piano | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a George Steck 1935 baby grand piano. There are no cracks in the sound board, it ... A: Giving a value on a piano that I have not seen can be a dangerous thing. There could be issues that ... | |
| Ennis & Co Piano | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: We inherited an Ennis & Co. piano when my mother in law passed away. It has printing on the inside ... A: The Ennis Piano Company was established in Hamilton, Ontario in 1863. Your piano was built between ... | |
| year & value of Chickering piano | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a Chickering Piano, serial number 106225. The cabinet is in very good condition. The ... A: Your Chickering piano was built in Boston in 1905. At this age, the piano really has to be examined ... | |
| dating by serial number | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: Galassini, Would you be able to tell me the date of manufacture for a Ludwig & Co upright with ... A: Your piano was built in 1901 in Ludwig's New York City factory. They were established in 1888 and ... | |
| Sargent Baby Grand | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: My mother has a Sargent Cincinnati Baby Grand. SN 238184. How old is it? What is it worth? Can ... A: The Sargent piano was built by Baldwin in their Cincinnati factory. I would have thought it was ... | |
| P.A. Starck Cabinet Grand | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: We have been given a P.A. Stark Cabinet Grand Piano (number on metal plate inside piano 61399). ... A: It is very cool to have original paperwork on anything that is this age. There are two ways to look ... | |
| Chickering Grand Piano | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: We have a Checkering Mahogany Grand Piano, Serial #144193. Can you tell us when it was built and ... A: First of all, the Chickering is historically one of the finest American makes ever. Jonas Chickering ... | |
| Packard piano | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano made by Packard with a #59438 and it it has a beautiful tone. How old do you think ... A: The Packard piano company built their instruments in Fort Wayne, In. from 1871 to 1938. Your piano ... | |
| Karl Hamburger | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano Karl Hamburger 1874.The serial number is 6787 or I think it is.On the piano is ... A: Your piano was built between 1920 and 1930 in Vienna. The manufacturer was discontinued in 1938. ... | |
| Brewster Grand | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a Brewster Grand Piano with a serial number of 1523, I was wondering what year it was ... A: The Brewster Piano Company was established in 1895 and this piano may have been built between 1895 ... | |
| age and value of william sons piano | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: serial no. 30249. interested in making an offer so any help with age and value be greatly ... A: This piano was made in 1913. The value of this piano totally depends on its present condition, but ... | |
| Age of a Victor Chicago upright | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a Victor Chicago upright that I played as a kid. Its serial number is 23459. When was it ... A: Your Victor piano was originally manufactured in their Chicago factory in the year 1905. ... | |
| Upright Girard Cunningham | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: Galassini, I have a Girard Cunningham Upright with the serial number 72059. Can you determine the ... A: Stephen Girard was a famous Philadelphia philanthropist who lived from 1750 to 1831. There is a ... | |
| Gourlay Winter & Leeming Piano | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased this piano from a church. I bears the number 15353. Do you have any idea of ... A: Bonjour Jean-Luc, Your piano was built in the company's Toronto, Canada factory sometime between ... | |
| Hazelton Piano | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: My father has a recently completely restored Hazelton Piano (#31018), restored by the piano ... A: Your piano was built in 1902 in their new York City factory. I would suggest having a the piano ... | |
| Jacob Brothers Antique Piano | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a Jacob Brothers Antique Piano. The Serial number is 45863. Could you tell me anything ... A: Your piano was built in 1912 in Jacobs New York City factory. The piano was designed to last 50 to ... | |
| antique piano | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: What would be the approximate value of a working player piano? It is a 1905 Fayette S. Cable . A: A working player piano that is still in original condition would have a value between $500.00 and ... | |
| Wellington Piano | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Wellington piano # 30695. Can you tell me when it was made and what its value might be? A: The Wellington piano was made by the Cable Company of St. Charles, Ill. Your piano was built in ... | |
| value of a Brewster Upright piano | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Brewster upright piano that was recently passed down to me. I have no idea how old it is ... A: Your piano was built in 1917 in Brewster's East Rochester, NY factory. For information on the ... | |
| 1892 Jacob Piano | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1892 Jacob upright piano with serial number 56533. On the front of the piano is a ... A: If the serial number you gave me is correct, the manufacture date of your piano was not 1892, but ... | |
| 1890 needham upright piano | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: An elderly friend of mine is trying to give away her piano. I would like to convience her it is of ... A: Unfortunately, the Needham piano was a nicely built piano when it was new, but it was designed to ... | |
| Piano Age | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: I have an old piano, A Baby Grand Wheelock, It's serial number is possibly #3055666024, because ... A: The serial numbers that you gave me each place the manufacture year at 1934. For information on ... | |
| Ludwig Baby Grand | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: Just got a Ludwig Baby Grand. Was wondering where to find the serial #. Want to know what year it ... A: If you've just gotten the piano, then it is customary to service it as it was just moved. I ... | |
| Piano | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Strich & Zeidler Grand Concert Piano and I'd like to ascertain its value and ideas re ... A: I was not aware that Strich & Zeidler made concert grand pianos. This may be an unusual piano. I ... | |
| any info you may have | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: i recently received a HARDMAN UPRIGHT PIANO WITH JULY 13 1880 PAT DATE WITH SERIAL OR MODEL ... A: Your piano was built in Hardman's New York City factory between 1890 and 1895. Although it was ... | |
| Age and value of my piano | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an old Francis Bacon piano. I believe it is a model 80 upright. It's serial number is 185867. ... A: Yes that does make sense. Your piano was built in 1934. At that time Bacon made a very nice quality ... | |
| Age and value of my piano | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an old Francis Bacon piano. I believe it is a model 80 upright. It's serial number is 185867. ... A: The Francis Bacon organization built a beautiful piano in their New York City factory, but ... | |
| Steck Piano | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: It is a Geo Steck style Q or O and a serial number 65005 I guessing 1920's It is in very ... A: Jeff, This all comes down to your trust of your technician. You are correct that there are "slim ... | |
| Wheelock piano | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: My daughter has a Wheelock piano and we are wondering what year it is and the value. It has a ... A: The piano was built in 1900 in their New York City factory. The Wheelock was a nicely built piano ... | |
| quarter grand Mason Risch value? | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a quarter grand piano - brank name Henry Herbert made by Mason Risch. I believe Mahogany with ... A: Your piano was built in 1907. It was built to last up to 70 years before needing a full restoration. ... | |
| How old is my piano and other questions??? | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering how old my piano is and how much i might spend on repairs and tuning. It is a ... A: The Milton Piano Company made a nice piano in New York City that was designed for home and amateur ... | |
| Howard Cincinnati-Chicago (Baldwin) Upright Piano | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: We recently inherited an upright Piano that has the "House of Baldwin" emblem on the inside and says ... A: Good morning Amy, Your piano was built by Baldwin in 1922 in their Cincinnati, Ohio factory. ... | |
| Gourlay Piano | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: We were gifted an older Gourlay, with the ser.# 0P4003191M1C4,it has great tone..when would it have ... A: Your piano was probably built in their Ontario Canada factory. I wish I could tell you more, but ... | |
| chickering piano | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: its an A435 upright with a serial 88078 and was purchased locally through E.E. Forbes & Sons Piano ... A: Your piano was built in Chickering's Boston factory between 1895 and 1900. To tell you more about ... | |
| Steck Piano | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: It is a Geo Steck style Q or O and a serial number 65005 I guessing 1920's It is in very ... A: Your piano was originally built in 1921. It was built by the Aeolian Company and, although it was a ... | |
| Ennis & Co Piano | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I have an Ennis & Co piano and was wondering about some info on it. One internet site says co. ... A: Your Ennis piano was built in between 1921 and 1926 in in their Fall River, Mass. facility. As far ... | |
| 1910 Merrifiled piano vs 1925 Bush and Lane Piano | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I am thinking about purchasing a piano. The first one is a 1910 Merrifield piano. The seller will ... A: Unfortunately, it is impossible to make a judgement call for you without examining the piano in ... | |
| Piano Value | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to sell a Janssen Console piano. The serial # is 178836. The piano is in EXCELLENT ... A: Your Janssen was originally built in 1964 as a student level instrument. They were made to hold up ... | |
| house of baldwin (howard) upright player piano | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: i bought a house and in it was this piano everything works and it even has about 50-100 scrolls of ... A: A player piano like the one you have can be a lot of fun. Yours was built in 1926 at the height of ... | |
| Clough and Warren Piano | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I am interested in finding out some information about a Clough and Warren piano with the serial ... A: Clough and Warren built reed organs and then pianos between 1875 and 1910 in their Detroit, Michigan ... | |
| piano age and approximate value | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: Chickering piano serial #162725 A: Your piano was built in 1937, John. For value, I suggest having a local piano technician examine ... | |
| valuation of feurich | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: Please estimate the value of a model/serial no 17327 feurich upright piano. A: The Feurich piano that you refer to was built in their in Leipzig, Germany in 1904. Although it ... | |
| EMERSON PIANO | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE AN EMERSON PIANO SN 65863 I LIKE TO KNOW THE YEAR IT WAS BUILT AND THE VALUE. HE LOOKS GOOD ... A: Your piano was built between 1895 and 1900. Emerson built a very nice piano, but it was not built to ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand 222121 | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: We need your expertise determining the value of our Chickering Baby Grand Piano. It is in ... A: I am happy that you attached a picture, because according to the serial number you gave me, the ... | |
| can you tell me about my baby grand piano | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a baby grand piano that I am curious about it. I have maintained it well...tunings, cleaning, ... A: Your piano was built in Starck's Chicago factory in 1957. Unfortunately I cannot tell you much ... | |
| Age of my piano | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano By Meister Rothschild & Co. Chicago Under the keyboard cover it Says.. Meister, ... A: Your piano was built in the Chicago factory between 1895 and 1900. In 1912, the Meister sold for ... | |
| antique piano? | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: i have an antique upright grinnell bros. piano serial number 21755 could you tell me when it was ... A: Your piano was built in 1921 in Grinnell's Detroit, Michigan factory. The value of your piano will ... | |
| harvard piano | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: i have a harvard piano co piano with a number of 8762. i am not sure if this is the serial number or ... A: Your piano was built between 1885 and 1925. If the number you found is the serial number, the piano ... | |
| year made and value | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: i have a ricca and sons piano #47025 and was wondering what year it was biult and what its value may ... A: Your piano was built in Ricca's 884 East 134th St. factory in New York City in the year 1916. It ... | |
Rich Galassini
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Expertise
I am happy to help with any questions regarding antique acoustic pianos. This includes questions regarding value, service, maintenance, rebuilding, appraisel, and pricing. I have 2 degrees in music, have been involved in sales, service, appraisel, and rebuilding and I own one of the oldest and most respected rebuilding firms in the USA, Cunningham Piano Company. To learn more, visit www.cunninghampiano.com
Experience
I am an active performing musician who has worked in service, sales, management, and ownership of one of the United States oldest and most respected piano companies, Cunningham Piano Company.
Publications
- Piano Technicians Journal, Dec. 1990 - "The Soundboard", 2009, 2010 - 15 years active participant on The Piano Forum (www.pianoworld.com/forum)
Education/Credentials
- BM, Music Education, Temple University, Philadelphia - BM, Music Performance, Temple University, Philadelphia - Maintain a relationship that includes training, consultation, and technology exchange with manufacturers including Bosendorfer, Mason & Hamlin, Estonia, and others. - Been through all training given by above mentioned manufacturers and others. - manage and engage an on premises rebuilding staff that brings experience from Steinway, Baldwin, Yamaha, Bosendorfer, PTG, and many other sources
Awards and Honors
- Master Series speaker at Mason & Hamlin factory training - Guest lecturer at Philadelphia area music schools on acoustic piano - Board member to several Philadelphia area non profit music organizations - Chosen by CNN as an expert and interviewed live on their news program, to see this visit www.cunninghampiano.com/press/
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