International shipping and import charges paid to pitney bowes inc. Steinway hh400 conceptual design of a model d artcase piano by l. Now you have access to the complete piano pricing that before was only available to piano dealers. In each case we show the lowest price at retail for each size. The jesse french models are exclusive designs based on present day trends in home furnishings. This is a list current used piano prices of these models made after 1985. Bluebook of pianos piano information and appraisal. The pianomart idea was born in 1996 by joe ross, a registered piano technician who envisioned a classified advertising platform for buying and selling. The online blue book of pianos has a wealth of information about used pianos, and their e book of pianos contains price lists for most every brand on the market. Buy 1947 ad jesse french sons pianos dulcimer pianoforte original print ad. A dealer will sell these pianos used for around the same price as the original price from 1985 1995. Descriptions are, of necessity, brief and vague, but all the pianos were said to be in saleable condition, and, unless otherwise noted, were for sale by a private owner or dealer.
First, a howto on where to find the serial number of your piano. Guest4787 jesse french sn 181748 built in 1948 jesse french sn 106548 built in 1934 jesse french sn 88416 built in 1923 best wishes, b from. Piano world is often asked if a piano is valuable because it is an antique. Not all pianos in a given group are of the same quality, price or value and there may only be a small difference between the top names of a lower group and the.
Well, nobody knows and the piano blue book sites wont say. Jesse french pianos are scientifically balanced in every detail, and are nationally known as instruments of the highest quality. Piano buyer is the definitive guide for buying a new piano. Jesse french used baby grand piano 1970 sold rice music. This is the answer and the only free publication to provide this information in the piano industry.
To obtain the age of your piano and details about the manufacturer, click. It appears that they will sometimes use msrp or wholesale price sheets that are decades old. Answered by a verified musical instrument appraiser. You can look up a free piano serial number history search from this page see list of. Piano serial numbers identify the 1 age of your piano, the 2 piano s year of manufacture, as well as 3 the circumstances surrounding the production of your piano, including factory history, manufacturing processes, and company ownership and oversight. Elizabeth french kelly, the daughter of jesse french jr. In 1989, the henry county historical society museum had a unique visitor. It is highly unlikely that you will find your exact serial number. Two pianos of the same make and model, made the same day at the same factory, can have very different values in a relatively short time. Rebuilt and refinished by rays piano service, spring 2003. Pierce piano atlas, 12th edition 2008, larry ashley publisher, albuquerque, nm. Albert went into partnership with jesse french to create the krellfrench piano company of springfield, ohio, but their factory was destroyed by.
We regularly carry a select inventory of preowned pianos from steinway, yamaha, kawai, baldwin, and many more brands. We are the authorized dealer for new bosendorfer, estonia, seiler, grotrian, and hailun pianos. This is a consequence of failing to determine piano value using the methods discussed on this website and elsewhere. A medium sized yamaha upright can beat out an old cable nelson grand or full size upright any day. Prices for pianos vary greatly depending upon place, time, and situation. Piano rags, jesse french, and their relationship to the starr piano company. My friends could have gotten many times that price had they only gotten the instrument appraised by a professional, or at least looked up historical price information in a blue book of pianos. Our site is trusted by renowned dealers, professional musicians, private instructors, and amateur enthusiasts alike, and our inventory includes grand, baby grand, upright and digital pianos. Browse our available selection, or use our filters to refine your search by size, price, location, distance from you, or color. The serial number on grand pianos is stamped on the gold colored plate located where you see a red s inside the piano as illustrated in the grand piano picture.
Its a perfect baby grand piano for some one who likes to play for leisure and would love to have a beautiful piece of furniture. The online blue book of pianos has a wealth of information about used pianos, and their ebook of pianos contains price lists for most every brand on the market. Group ii are pianos of excellent construction and quality in a medium price range. The jesse french piano and organ company was headquartered in st.
The jesse french pianos that were manufactured during the control of p. Listed is the average low and average high selling prices not asking prices in different areas for the pianos described here. Vintage musical instrument auctions used instruments auction. Chickering pianos for sale buy a chickering piano at. The yamaha may also beat out a middle line baldwin grand in tone quality and in holding its tune.
Learn more opens in a new window or tab any international shipping is paid in part to pitney bowes inc. Widely known pianos and players are made and marketed by. They are made in grands, uprights, footpower and electric players and reproducing pianos in great varieties of size and styles, and in all of the fancy woods. It is used extensively as a source book in the piano business by both consumers and members of the trade. It is made of solid wood and encased in a burled walnut veneer. Pierce piano atlasthe worlds most authoritative publication on piano manufacturers, past and present. It needs to be tuned and probably needs to be refinished. All pianos have lifetime full purchase value upgrade. Chickering pianos for sale buy a chickering piano at pianomart. Attention is given to important considerations such as price, tone. I would like to know the original year and how much the value is. Listen to beautiful piano music anytime you want, produced live at your piano with real moving keys. Free piano prices guide new or used fair market value. Upright pianos will have their serial numbers either painted onto the cast iron backplate, or stamped into the pinblock underneath.
Many satisfied purchasers recommend jesse french pianos to their friends. The most popular pianos on priceonomics are biased toward highend models from steinway and yahama, so please keep that in mind. Not all pianos in a given group are of the same quality, price or value and there may only be a small difference between the top names of a lower group and the bottom names in the group above it. Jesse french spinet for sale in oklahoma bruce piano store. In addition, we offer a wide selection of digital pianos. The book mallory radio service encyclopedia 4th edition lists the following radio models for jesse french under french.
We have had it for 45 years and it is in excellent. Lowrey pianos are a popular choice for students, home enthusiasts and professional musicians alike. The e book is objective, too, in that it compiles actual selling prices for used pianos of most makes and models, so you can easily see the price range within which your model. Used jesse french baby grand piano sold rice music house. Stark had serial numbers that started with 161500 in 1955, and the last year of manuf. Haines brothers piano company was established in 1851 by napoleon j. The ebook is objective, too, in that it compiles actual selling prices for used pianos of most makes and models, so you can easily see the price range within which your model.
This section lists the average resale prices for used pianos. Wholesale prices increase on each year all new grand pianos, add to this the inflation index. Antique pianos, grand pianos, upright pianos, square grands pianos, complex machines with thousands of moving parts, are also works of art. Pianos are known for their durability, but over time gradual. With this said, many piano owners and purchasers are looking for at least some general price information.
On this page youll see pianos with preexisting player piano technology installed as well as examples of our custominstalled player bundles. Jesse french, the president of the company, started in the music business in 1872, branching out into the piano business in 1875, and has been continuously connected with the. We decided to compare the used price of the most popular pianos on priceonomics to the price of buying the same piano new instead. Pianoworks is the best place to find your next new or preowned piano. While the main points are still valid some of the prices will have changed. Jesse french baby grand piano serial number 105293 worth. We have compiled all the pricing in the entire piano industry into one simple webpage. The jesse french piano company of new castle, indiana was a major player in the piano industry during. Unlike say, a chippendale writing desk or tiffany lamp, an old piano is usually just that, an old piano. Shaw piano company serial number performancerevizion. The manufacturing facilities at east rochester was comprised of a series of separate and individual factories planned so that manufacturing of the various instruments was carried on in an entirely individual and distinct manner, and by separate organizations, each under direction of men who had been associated with each. The bluebook of pianos is an invaluable handbook for anyone who owns or plans to buy a piano.
G junior, a very special console cabinet we show, followed by h1, h2. Lowrey pianos for sale buy a lowrey piano at pianomart. Since there is no used piano price directory or blue book as there is for other merchandise, like cars for example, piano pricing can be very confusing for most. Learn more opens in a new window or tab any international shipping and import charges are paid in part to pitney bowes inc. Our available lowrey pianos include a range of types, costs and conditions. This guide listed below is designed to give information about specific american piano manufacturers and more, during the last 183 years or so. Based on the serial number, this piano was built in 19.
The value of a specific piano model may be determined on the basis of the price shown. Financing offers though the allegro credit company. Our available chickering pianos include a range of types, costs and conditions. As you read my comments on piano brands, below, you will note that many are american. For the first 20 years, they built a nice selection of square grand pianos before building their first upright pianos in 1870. Learn more opens in a new window or tab international shipping paid to pitney bowes inc. Tantillo this guide listed below is designed to give information about specific american piano manufacturers and more, during the last 183 years or so. Since 1875 the name jesse french have stood for everything high grade in the music line. Piano bluebook prices steinway piano gallery of naples. Document center krellfrench piano history city of new. Steinway upright pianos the serial number can be located on top of the wrestplank above the cast iron plate when you open the lid.
To learn how a piano works and how to go about buying one, we encourage you to purchase the piano book. Buy a piano sell a piano used pianos piano consumer. The problem with these sites is that, unlike with automobiles, boats, motorcycles, and homes, pianos do not have titles that have to be registered. The top of the piano lifts up to expose the mechanics of the piece and the jesse french logo is on the underside of the top. Advertising free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Louis and nashville with stores throughout the south and. Chickering pianos are a popular choice for students, home enthusiasts and professional musicians alike. The starr piano company produced numerous lines of pianos under. Group iii are pianos of generally lower price but completely capable of giving satisfactory service. Haines brothers was known for building high quality, lovely sounding instruments and they. The bluebook of pianos the guide to new piano prices. The serial numbers beginning with 33 and 34 in the pierce piano atlas indicate that the.
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