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Bonbonsmith
Feb 18, 2011, 07:20 AM
I have a Chickering Baby Grand Piano, and would like to know if it's worth restoring. One key sticks; the keys are jagged; and, it doesn't stay in tune very well. Is there any value to it now, or would there be, if restored?

tickle
Feb 18, 2011, 07:58 AM
Chickering pianos were definitely not in the same class as Baldwin or Steinway, but were built in north America from the l800s, and disbanded around mid l900s, so yes, I would restore it, although it won't be much good if it can't carry a tune so to speak. But just for the shear beauty of a baby grand would be worth it. I can't tell you a value, an antique dealer/restorer would have to advice you on that. You could make a few dollars by giving it some time; and look into that tuning problem too.

I just hope that no one would want to turn it to a liquor bar !

tick