Antique Weber Square Piano (Pre-1890 I think)

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I have a Weber square piano that belonged to my great grandmother. It is in horrendous shape. I'm unwilling to part with it however since it is one of my last ties to that side of the family history. I'm interested in at least refurbishing the rosewood case and possibly restoring the whole thing. I've already heard/read all the things about how these pianos don't sound the same as modern pianos; they're only useful as firewood; yada, yada, yada. I don't care! I would appreciate if anyone could tell how track down the exact age of the piano. I located the serial number on it but can't track down a site that can translate the number into a date for me. Perhaps someone reading this can date it for me. The SERIAL NUMBER is:15366. Any information or guidance will be greatly appreciated. Respectfully, M. McGinnis LtCol. USMC