Can you sell piano key ivory?

nealsmemory · #1 Jan 3, 2007, 02:47 PM

I have a piano that's around 100 years old. It was not taken care of and hardly any of the keys work. I have had it worked on numerous times, but can no longer afford to repair it. There is genuine ivory on each of the keys. I have been told there is a market for the old ivory but have no idea where to start looking. I hate to scrap the ivory if I can sell it. Thanks for any help & ideas!

nfacciolo · Mar 5, 2007, 03:30 PM

since the use of Ivory has been banned, I am sure not only can you sell your Ivory keys but you could probably get a real good price. My suggestion would also be EBay. Someone who restores old pianos would be interested also.

Dannythekey · Aug 27, 2008, 01:50 PM

I am looking to purchase the whole lot if you are interested. How much would you sell it to me for?

email me at:
[email address]

nanceesassee · Mar 27, 2009, 10:46 AM

Hi,

What have you found out about selling piano kep ivory? I have 80-year old ivory from an entire keyboard and wonder what to do with it.
Thanks,
Nancy

vldg1901 · Jul 15, 2009, 02:44 PM

Hi Nancy,

If you still have your piano key ivory i would be interested in buying a few keys. I have an old piano i'm trying to restore and a few of the keys are chipped or broken. email me if you're interested [email address]

nanceesassee · Jul 16, 2009, 11:58 PM

Hi,

The ivory I have came off an old piano. Most are chipped. I don't think any would be good for refurbishing your keys. Good luck.



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