Lester marketed their pianos for being better quality than many contemporary brands, while still remaining an affordable option for the everyday American. Item: 1950 Lester Betsy Ross Spinet Piano Ad Size: 5.75' x 14' Condition: All vintage magazine ads are original and in nice shape unless otherwise noted. Perhaps the most common the Lester pianos still found today is the Betsy Ross Spinet. Colors in actual ad are sharper and clearer than image shows. Musical intrument for sale, This piano is in top shape and has outstanding tone quality. Please take time to visit my storefront for more great vintage magazine print ads. Americanlisted has classifieds in Rainelle, West Virginia for musical instraments. This was a popular model because of the size and sound, and it was available in a 37 and 40 inch and a variety of styles.
Lester also marketed a piano specifically for use in schools during music classes and performances. Many of the public schools in Philadelphia have Lester pianos. In 1947, Lester PIano Company decided to pilot a new piano action with the elbows made of plastic. This handy tool is a big time saver when installing new drop lifter elbows on spinet pianos. With the rise of plastics in the 1940s, Lester joined the bandwagon. The tool fits in 3/8' or 1/2' standard drill. The elbow then is inserted into the tool.
However, the actions performed poorly and were recalled by the company later that year. A little over a decade later, the company stopped piano production altogether.Įven in its heyday, Lester pianos were a less expensive option for an in-home piano. For this reason, their unrestored value ranges between $500-1,000. Once restored, some of the more stylized and older Lester pianos can reach up to $20,000.
LESTER PIANO COMPANY SERIAL NUMBER
To begin the process of knowing the value of your Lester piano, track down the serial number - here's a how-to guide on locating the serial number on your piano.Īt Lindeblad, we know what to look for when it comes to the age, quality, and value of an antique Lester piano. LESTER PIANO BETSY ROSS SPINET SERIAL NUMBER Contact us today to see if your Lester piano is a good candidate for repair and restoration. Pierce Piano Atlas: Anniversary Edition, 2017 Our 70th Year.
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