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GIBSON L-48

by B-rad
(Minnesota)

GIBSON L-48

GIBSON L-48

I have a Gibson L-48 that has been sitting forever in storage. I know its an early one but I'm not sure of the exact year or approximate value. It is ALL ORIGINAL in the original alligator style case .The serial# is S1310 5 My guess is 1946 from what I could find out. Is that correct?

ANSWER

Hi, B-rad--

I was unable to find the exact date from the serial number, but this is close. Here is the Blue Book info:

L-48
- arched mahogany top, f-holes, raised black pickguard, bound body, mahogany back/sides/neck, 14/19-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlay, adjustable rosewood bridge/trapeze tailpiece, blackface peghead with screened logo, three-per-side tuners, available in Cremona Brown Sunburst finish, mfg. 1946-1970.

Excellent $1,000 - 1,200

Average $675 - 800

It's a really pretty guitar!

Lynne

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Oct 27, 2009
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starstarstarstarstar 		Flea Market $25 Guitar
by: Anonymous

I've bought several vintage guitars at local flea markets. I bought a Gibson L-48 in excelent condition for $25 with the hard case that looked as new as the instrument. inside was a few music books dated 1942 and 1945. The best one yet was at a yard sale, I stoppedto buy $3 plants and struck a conversation with the old lady sitting in the garage. I asked if she had anything else to sell, she said I wish I did, I need $150. She laughingly said, I have my husband's old guitars, but I doubt you'd be interested in them. I said I'd like to see them. She showed me 14 vintage guitars which I bought for $200. The list of beauties will make you sick. Two alone are worth upwards of $10 grand. God must love me. My son has a nice collection going too. He's gonna be very lucky some day. Moral of my story is look for hidden treasures - they are out there. I bought 3 Martins for less than $425. O)ne is a D45.
May 20, 2009
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starstarstarstarstar 		I had one too.
by: Gordoin

I had a 1957 L-48 that was in excellent condition. It was stolen in 1990 and I have missed it. I had Mark Erlewine (Austin, Tx) install a passive pickup as part of the adjustable bridge (was invisible). The guitar played like a dream and I even played it, occassionally, with my band "StarTrail". I miss this instrument. I wish you good playing!

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