If you have a piece of Lane furniture, you might have noticed a 6 or 7 digit number stamped on them. This is a serial number. When read backward, the serial number lists the date the item was made—for example, an item with serial number 965090 was made on 09/05/69.

What do the numbers on furniture mean?

A number could indicate the style, the maker, or even a patent granted to the company. The furniture back. Some manufacturers used less expensive wood on the back of a bureau, and they placed the label there, where it wouldnt damage the finish.

How can I tell where my couch is from?

Modern sofas and some not-so-modern pieces are often identified by a tag or makers mark somewhere on the piece, typically on the bottom. Flip the sofa on its side and look for tags or stamps on the fabric or on the exposed areas of the frame.

How can you identify an antique?

How to Identify Antique FurnitureExamine all sides of the piece. If its a table, turn it over and look for marks or labels. Check the surface of the piece. Do you see saw marks? Look at the joinery. Are drawers dove-tailed? Check the finish of the piece.

Where is the serial number on my couch?

If you have a newer couch, you can expect to find the serial number on the product tag. This is usually located on a label attached to the inside of the arm of the couch, the bottom of the couch, or under the seat cushions. If you have an older couch, it may be located on the outside of the furniture.

How do I look up a coach serial number?

Call Coach customer service at 1 (904) 741-3090 and give the representative your serial number. All authentic Coach bags are registered with the company in their database and the rep will be able to verify the bags authenticity. You can also visit a Coach retail location.