1973 Martin D-35

I am inquiring about the value of an excellent condition Martin D-35 serial number 339760. My father passed away from cancer and we are trying to pay doctors bills. It was his prized possession. Thanks for any help.

ANSWER

Hi, shelbie19--

The serial number indicates a 1973 manufacture date. Here is the Blue Book general info:

D-35
- dreadnought body style, solid spruce top, three-piece Brazilian rosewood (1965-69) or Indian rosewood (1969-present) back, Brazilian rosewood (1965-69) or Indian rosewood (1969-present) sides, round soundhole with 5/9/5 grouping ring rosette, six-ply top body binding, three-ply back binding with white outer layer, side binding with two black lines, mahogany neck, 14/20-fret bound ebony fingerboard with pearl dot inlays, rosewood headstock overlay with logo and three-per-side chrome tuners, ebony bridge with white bridge pins and black dots, tortoise (1965-69) or black (1969-present) pickguard, available in Natural or Sunburst (optional) finish, 25.4 in. scale, mfg. 1965-present.

The pricing info:

1969-1979 Indian Rosewood
Excellent $2,000 - 2,500
Average $1,300 - 1,600

Best Wishes,
Lynne

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