1973 Gibson SG Standard

by mistercharlie
(Los Angeles, CA)

I have one of these guitars, and I think it's all original, there are a number of dings and scratches on the body, so it's not mint, and I'm having a hard time figuring out what the value is. Any help would be appreciated. Also, if I end up deciding to sell it, am I smarter to go the craigslist route or to a vintage guitar shop, or?

ANSWER

Hi, mistercharlie--

Here is the Blue Book general info:

SG STANDARD (1972-1987 MFG.)
- similar to SG Standard, except has pearl block fingerboard inlay, stop tailpiece, pearl crown peghead inlay, chrome hardware, available in Cherry (most common), Ebony (rare), Natural, Satin Walnut, Tobacco Sunburst, Walnut, or White finish, mfg. 1972-1987, approx. 17,400 mfg. through 1979.

The pricing info:

1972-1975
Mint $2,250
Exc.+ $1,850
Exc.$1,500
Avg.+ $1,200
Avg. $950
General $750

As far as selling it, both options that you mentioned would be good. Or you might want to use Ebay.

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