Lift the top lid; the number is frequently embossed or painted on the metal frame near the tuning pins.

To perform a , start by opening the top lid of your instrument to locate a 4- to 6-digit number stamped into the metal frame or soundboard. Identifying this number is the most reliable way to determine the age, historical context, and potential value of an Australian-made Beale piano. How to Find Your Beale Serial Number

Final years of Australian production before the brand moved.

Use the following reference guide to estimate your piano's production year based on its serial number: Serial Number Range Approximate Year Historical Context 1893 – 1905 Early production at the Annandale factory. 16,449 – 24,990 1905 – 1910

Where can I find the model or serial number of my piano?|FAQ

Beale pianos, particularly the classic Australian models manufactured between , often hide their serial numbers in specific locations:

Look for a number stamped into the wood on the right or left side of the top section.