Danny Moore writes: >Frank, have you spoken to Steinway about this instrument? They have >very accurate records back to the mid 1800s. Ron Sanford had a piano in >his shop circa 1903 that (he thought) was original black. When >quierried, steinway informed him that instrument had been shipped in a >natural finish. I have contacted Steinway, but they were not too forthcomming. They confirmed that the instrument model matched the serial number, and the date of sale and purchaser - Lyon & Healy, Chicago, Dec 29, 1917. No additional information was provided. Is there a secret number or special person who would know more? Frank Weston
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