Serial Numbers [exclusive] | Miyazawa

On modern and semi-modern Miyazawa flutes, the serial number is stamped on the back of the body tube, near the top tenon (where the headjoint connects to the body). It is often stamped right alongside the Miyazawa logo and the country of manufacture ("Japan").

These are common in instruments made in the 1990s and early 2000s.

Because Miyazawa continuously refines its production processes and occasionally updates its numbering blocks, the most accurate way to date a flute is to cross-reference the number directly with the manufacturer or an authorized distributor. However, the following general eras can help you approximate your flute's age: Vintage Miyazawa Flutes (1970s – 1980s) Miyazawa Serial Numbers

Contact Miyazawa Flutes directly via their official website or their authorized dealer network, as recommended in Facebook flute forum discussions. They are known for being responsive and helpful with queries about their history.

: A serial number in this range typically points to the early 1980s (e.g., 1983). Higher 5-Digit Numbers (e.g., #85567) : Represent newer models, though specific years vary. "MS" or "MC" Prefixes On modern and semi-modern Miyazawa flutes, the serial

Confirm original factory specifications, such as tubing thickness, tone hole type (drawn vs. soldered), and metal purity (e.g., 958 Britannia silver vs. 925 sterling silver).

: Model names (like MS-70, MS-95, or MC-300) are sometimes engraved under the C-key. If the model isn't listed, the serial number can be used to cross-reference modern equivalents (e.g., an older MC-325 may be comparable to a modern 402 for insurance purposes). Manufacture Year 5-Digit Serials : A serial number in this range typically

Keep in mind that these are approximate ranges, and actual serial numbers may vary.