John Strong & Sons

Laurie · Post by **Laurie** » 19 Jan 2005, 15:57

We live in Ontario, Canada and have an antique piano made by John Strong & Sons, No. 50 Seymour St. Euston Sq. London. It is black with gold inlay. Its serial number appears to be 2149 (not sure about the 2). In gold letters, it says "By her Majesty's Letter patent," "Colonial Model," "Vertical Iron Model," "Expressly for Extreme Climate." Any information about the age of this piano, history of the maker and/or its value would be very much appreciated! It has a very unique sound!

Post by **Bill Kibby** » 19 Jan 2005, 16:12

To get the maximum effect from your enquiry, you should post it as a new posting, not under "Valuation". What I really don't understand is how you could ask about the value when you have obviously read what I wrote above! I would be fascinated to learn more about this instrument, and I am cure I can help with hsistory: If you have logged in, you can read on...

Post by **Bill Kibby** » 19 Jan 2005, 16:31

The original firm was established in 1851, probably by David Strong, then John followed. Around 1889, it became John Strong & Sons, and after the 1914 war, they disappeared, but may have become Strong & Jackson. This seems to place your piano between about 1887-1914.

Laurie · Post by **Laurie** » 19 Jan 2005, 23:58

Thanks so much for this information and sorry about the posting confusion!