How much would a 148 year old piano cost if it were sold in mint condition?

Question

Selling since trying to move July 1.

-My mistake it was established 1857
-111 years old
-No. 298,549
-W.W. Kimball Co. (Only manufactuer)
-Patented September 24,1895
-53 by 58 inches (length times width)

Answer 1

That will depend upon the make and model, it's condition (playable? how good is the tone?) and your local market. The only person who could answer this question is an appraiser who examined the piano.

Call your local music stores and ask for the best appraiser for this instrument in your area.

If you move it, be sure that it is moved properly by professionals. An amateur moving a valuable piano can damage it seriously.

Answer 2

ditto to a piano appraisal being the only way to establish value. Your question is inherently flawed however because there is no such thing as a piano being in mint condition if it is over 100 years old. That is impossible. That is like saying you have a car that is 60 years old and is in mint condition. Doesn't mean the piano is worthless (anymore than it means the car would be worthless) but it is not in "mint condition". Pianos have a lifespan very similar to a person. If you have a piano over 80 years old it will need serious work. Unlike a person it may be possible to replace major parts to "extend its life". For 90% of upright pianos however this does not make financial sense and the only justification for spending the money would be sentimental reasons. My advice would be to check local papers for preexisting prices for old pianos and price accordingly. There is always some Dad out there trying to save a buck who will buy this for his kid instead of getting a real instrument.

Answer 3

Check with the Antiques Roadshow. I don't know the actual website, but google it and they should be able to help you. You might also want to try your local library for books on antiques.