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Donna · Posted: Sat Jul 12, 2008 12:44 am Post subject: 1849 A.Bord Paris #2340

We are in the process of breaking up my Mom's home as she now needs to live in assisted care. She has a piano that she had appraised in 1985, it says "A. H. Bord, antique upright piano #2340, Built 1849, $2,500" But the name under the key cover is either a fancy A or a K. Bord, Paris.

Could you tell me where to begin to know what it's worth and to sell it?

Bill Kibby · Posted: Sat Jul 12, 2008 3:12 pm Post subject: Bord

This is based on the published dates of serial numbers for Anton Bord's pianos, but these are neither accurate nor reliable. If you know how to remove the action safely (the working parts of the notes) it may be marked with the action maker's name and number, and we may be able to date this. I'm intrigued to know how you got the appraisal, we can't find anyone who dares to do this. Have a look at my comments about Victorian pianos on my website. Could you email some photos to me?
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Donna · Posted: Sat Jul 12, 2008 6:03 pm Post subject: 1849 A. Bord

Thanks, I'll get some photos to you this weekend. But I don't know how to do anything but open the lid.

Bill Kibby · Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 8:13 am Post subject: Bord

Having photographed the whole piano, unobstructed by dogs, stools, vases etc., lift the top, and there may be clips inside the top corners to release the top door (top front panel). Then, the fall (keyboard lid) may lift out, but don't force it if it is warped. The bottom door should come out with equal ease. Make a note of any numbers and other marks.
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I do not buy, sell or value pianos, but I sometimes rescue wood-frame pianos in the UK.

My own website: http://www.pianogen.org

Email Bill@PianoGen.org

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Donna · Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2008 5:10 pm Post subject: A. Bord 1849

I sent photos to your email on 7/27/08 because i didn't see a way to attache them here. did you receive them?

Bill Kibby · Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2008 7:10 pm Post subject: Bord

I was waiting for them, I can't imagine I would neglect to answer your email, I can't find any trace of them.
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I do not buy, sell or value pianos, but I sometimes rescue wood-frame pianos in the UK.

My own website: http://www.pianogen.org

Email Bill@PianoGen.org

Piano History Centre

Donna · Posted: Sun Aug 10, 2008 1:30 am Post subject: A.Bord 1849

I just re-sent the pictures and message to forum@uk-piano.org

Bill Kibby · Posted: Sun Aug 10, 2008 5:58 am Post subject: Bord

That address is nothing to do with me, my email button and website is below this message.
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I do not buy, sell or value pianos, but I sometimes rescue wood-frame pianos in the UK.

My own website: http://www.pianogen.org

Email Bill@PianoGen.org

Piano History Centre