Guild 12 string Model F212XLNT Ser. # 165883

by Marc

The guitar is in beautiful condition and has a hard case as well. I visited the Guild site and see that it was made in 1961 according to the serial number. What is it worth. Thanks for your help.

Marc Chopinsky

ANSWER

Hi, Marc--

The Blue Book indicates that the F212 XL was first manufactured in 1966. Here are the prices:

Excellent $1,200 - 1,450
Average $900 - 1,050

The F212 standard was manufactured as early as 1964.

Here are those prices:

Excellent $1,400 - 1,750
Average $1,050 - 1,250

I could find no information about a F12 model made in 1961, but the prices for these two models are so similar that maybe it will be of some help to you.

Lynne

Guild M-20

by Dawson
(NY, NY)

A 1962 Guild M20. Very good condition. Has script Guild logo on headstock. Normal wear and tear. Can you tell me the value?

ANSWER

Hi, Dawson--

Here is the Blue Book pricing info:

$1,150 - 1,400 $800 - 950

Lynne

Guild D212sb Serial #100AA798

Hi, Bob--

Here is the Blue Book general info:

D-212
- 12-string configuration, dreadnought style, solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, round soundhole, tortoiseshell celluloid body binding, three-stripe rosette, mahogany neck, double truss rods, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with no inlays, pearl Chesterfield/logo peghead inlay, six-per-side chrome Guild tuners, rosewood bridge with white black dot pins, tortoise pickguard, available in Natural or Sunburst finish, 15.75 in. body width, 25.5 in. scale, mfg. 1974-1983.

The pricing info:

Excellent $1,150 - 1,350
Average $800 - 950

Lynne

Guild Model DC-1E NTHR with built in pickup and equalizer

by Mark Davenport
(Vancouver, British Columbia Canada)

I was given this guitar about 5 years ago and was told it was worth something considerable but have no idea if that's true. I'd be interested in your opinion. Guitar is in perfect condition.

ANSWER

Hi, Mark--

Here is what the Blue Book says:

DCE-1 TRUE AMERICAN (NO. 350-1306)
- single cutaway dreadnought style, solid spruce top, mahogany back/sides/neck, round soundhole, bound body, three-stripe rosette, 20-fret rosewood fingerboard with dot inlay, three-per-side gold tuners, rosewood bridge with white black dot pins, black pickguard, transducer pickup, Fishman Acoustic Matrix system, available in Natural (021) hand rubbed satin finish, mfg. 1993-2000.

Excellent $675 - 800
Average $475 - 550

Lynne

Guild D 25

Serial # DA 115172 it is in great shape how much is it worth?

ANSWER

Hello, marcjaslow--

Thank you for your inquiry about the value of your guitar. As stated on the page:

Vintage Guitar Values


"After providing this service FREE for the past year, I am now offering the service in exchange for a $2.00 donation. For this donation, you will receive not only the Blue Book pricing information, but also ALL of the Blue Book information about your guitar and links to internet pages (if available) with more information."

Please click on the link above and read the instructions in the "Donation Now Required" box.

I will keep your request for 3 days. Once I receive your donation, I will be happy to send you the information about your guitar.

Best Wishes,
Lynne

1958 Guild Johnny Smith Artist Award

by rich sarmento
(lowell ma)

I've seen these guitars,however this one has an original bigsby tremolo which I can't find a picture of anywhere.

ANSWER

Hi, Rich--

The Blue Book makes no mention of this guitar being built with a Bigsby tailpiece--just the stylized trapeze tailpiece.

Here is the pricing info for 1958:

Mint $11,000
Exc.+ $9,500
Exc. $8,250
Avg.+ $7,250
Avg. $6,500
General $5,750

Lynne

Guild BB Bluesbird

by Jeff
(Dayton, OH.)

I have owned this guitar for quite some time. In my humble opinion it sounds and plays better the les paul standards. I believe the guitar was made between 85-91. It is in perfect condition.



Hi, Jeff--

BEAUTIFUL!!!

This is a bit confusing because the only Bluesbirds listed in the Blue Book have pick guards. Then I found a site with YOUR guitar pictured--indicating that the pick guard was available but not mounted.

Here is the link to the site:

Bluesbird

And here is the Blue Book information for the guitar that I think is yours:

BLUESBIRD STD (NO. 360-6400)
- single round cutaway bound solid mahogany body, internal sound chambers, carved maple top, raised black pickguard, mahogany neck, 22-fret bound rosewood fingerboard with pearl block inlay, tune-o-matic bridge/stop tailpiece, blackface peghead with pearl Chesterfield/logo inlay, 3-per-side tuners, chrome hardware, 2 Seymour Duncan SH-1 humbucker pickups, 2 volume/2 tone controls, 3-position switch, available in Black, Gold Metallic, or Trans. Red finishes, mfg. 1995-2003.

$2,000 $1,650 $1,350 $1,100 $900 $750


Really nice guitar!

Lynne

Guild D40 CNT and Guild F112-NT

by J
(Upstate NY)

I'm trying to help settle a friends estate and have been asked to get a value on these two Guilds. We also have a Goya T-3 made in Sweden which is in rough shape but sounds nice. The Guilds are in very good condition.
Appreciate any input you can give. Thanks.

ANSWER

Hi,J--

The D40:
Blue Book prices:
Excellent $900 - 1,050
Average $675 - 800

The F 112 is not listed in the Blue Book, but is selling for around $600-800.

Hope this helps--
Lynne

Guild JF100

by George
(Canada)

Hi,
I've always been a fan of Guild jumbos and older Guilds in general. I'm looking for the Holy Grail of their jumbo line, the JF100. Tough to find one. Anyway, wondered the value. I don't have the years they were made right at hand. Thanks

ANSWER

Hi, George--

Thank you for your inquiry about the value of your guitar. As stated on the page:

Vintage Guitar Values


"After providing this service FREE for the past year, I am now offering the service in exchange for a $2.00 donation. For this donation, you will receive not only the Blue Book pricing information, but also ALL of the Blue Book information about your guitar and links to internet pages (if available) with more information."

Please click on the link above and read the instructions in the "Donation Now Required" box.

I will keep your request for 3 days. Once I receive your donation, I will be happy to send you the information about the guitar.

Best Wishes,
Lynne

Guild G212 Acoustic 1960 era

by Trev Hofner
(Kidderminster UK)

Serial number DH1000000 a few dings. I have original case plus Guild book to it.



Hi, Trev--

Here is the Blue mBook general info--note the manufacture dates:

G-212
- 12-string configuration, dreadnought style, solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, round soundhole, tortoiseshell celluloid body binding, three-stripe rosette, mahogany neck, double truss rods, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with no inlays, pearl Chesterfield/logo peghead inlay, six-per-side chrome Guild tuners, rosewood bridge with white black dot pins, tortoise pickguard, available in Natural or Sunburst finish, 15.75 in. body width, 25.5 in. scale, mfg. 1974-1983.

The pricing info:

Excellent $1,150 - 1,350
Average $800 - 950

Lynne

Guild D 4

ANSWER

According to the Blue Book, the D-4 was not manufactured until 1992. Here are the values:


Excellent $550 - 650
Average $375 - 450

The D-40 was manufactured in the 70's. Here are the values:

1970-1979

Excellent $1,400 - 1,750
Average $950 - 1,150

Lynne

Guild G 37 1979

Whats the value? 1 owner very good condition.

ANSWER

This guitar is not listed in the Blue Book.

Here is a link to a 1980 with pricing:

Elderly Instruments

Lynne

Guild D-30 (Maple) 1998

1998 Guild D-30...nice player, no dings, but some cracks in the finish on the back side of the neck & headstock. Great tone, w/ohsc

ANSWER

Here is the Blue Book info:

Excellent $950 - 1,100
Average $700 - 850

Lynne

Guild D25C

Would like to know the value. It's in average condition.

ANSWER

Excellent $800 - 950
Average $625 - 750

1981 Guild D-212

1981 Guild D-212...nice player, one scratch(you can see in the picture) and three pencil head size dings - no cracks - no checking. Tobacco sunburst.

Would like to know the value and where it was built - was this a westerly RI guitar?

Thanks


ANSWER

Hi, Fred--

Guild began manufacturing in Westerly in 1969, so, yes, that is where your guitar was built.

Here is the Blue Book general info:

12-string configuration, dreadnought style, solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, round soundhole, tortoiseshell celluloid body binding, three-stripe rosette, mahogany neck, double truss rods, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with no inlays, pearl Chesterfield/logo peghead inlay, six-per-side chrome Guild tuners, rosewood bridge with white black dot pins, tortoise pickguard, available in Natural or Sunburst finish, 15.75 in. body width, 25.5 in. scale, mfg. 1974-1983.

The pricing info:

Excellent $1,150 - 1,350
Average $800 - 950

Lynne

Guild Starfire IV

I have a near mint condition Guild Starfire Iv bought back in the 70's. The Color is blonde and came with black case. I'm wondering just what the guitar is worth for personal reasons.

ANSWER

Hello--

Here is the Blue Book pricing info:

1972-1980
Mint $1,900
Exc.+ $1,650
Exc.$1,350
Avgt.+ $1,150
Avg. $1,000
General $850

Lynne

1972-1980 $1,900 $1,650 $1,350 $1,150 $1,000 $850

1978 Guild S 300-D

by Tyler Munson
(New York)

What is the thing worth......its in fairly good condition with everything original (hardware, pickups, etc).......serial number is 155877.

ANSWER

Hi, Tyler

Here is the Blue Book info on your guitar:

Mint $1,300
Exc.+ $1,050
Exc.$900
Avg.+ $750
Avg.$650
General $575

This is a very interesting looking guitar! How does it play?

Lynne

Guild d-25

by Jennifer
(Miamisburg, OH )

Made in 1989 in Westerly, Rhode Island. Excellent condition -- only one noticible nick. Original hardshell case.

ANSWER

Hi, Jennifer--

Here is the Blue Book pricing info:

Excellent $750 - 900
Average $500 - 600

Lynne

Guild F 20 NT

by Norm
(Tacoma, Washington )

This guitar is in excellent condition. original case(c5)with the key for the lock, pick,cloth, made in USA serial number 14057

ANSWER

Hi, Norm--

How are things across the Bridge?

The serial number indicates a manufacture date of 1960. Here is the Blue Book pricing info:

Excellent $1,050 - 1,250
Average $750 - 900

Lynne

Guild - Model A50- serial # 41669

by Susan
(CT)

Please help me determine value of this guitar (Guild- Model A 50 Serial # 41669). It was passed down to me by my father who got it as collateral from a man who borrowed money from him (I think in mid 60's). The man never returned to recover the guitar. It is in the original hard case, has the original guarantee label inside the guitar. It is in mint condition and has never been played since my father received it. Very curious about it's value.

ANSWER

Hi, Susan--

Interesting story! Here is the Blue Book pricing for all years of the A 50 model:

Excellent $850 - 975
Average $650 - 750

Lynne

Guild Madeira a30m

I purchased this guitar around 1972-1974. it does not have a serial # on the label inside the guitar, just the model a30m. there is no # stamped into the headstock either. i believe it is late 60's or early 70's. it is blond color every where, even the headstock with beautiful pearl inlay and has a barcus berry pickup installed i dont think it is factory installed. i am not sure.. the guild website could not tell me how to determine date is was made. or,where else on the guitar i could look. i thought maybe under the lable inside but i dont want to take it off. what do you think. and what is it worth? do you know when they first made the a39m? thanks

owen

ANSWER

Hi, Owen--

This guitar is not listed in the Blue Book. I did, however, find this one for sale--there are pictures and dating info.

Guild Madeira A30M Vintage Acoustic

Hope this is of some help to you.

Lynne

Guild F20NT

by Terri
(Durango, Colorado)

I would like a value on this gorgeous little travel guitar and a year. It is in excellent original condition. I just saw some small amount of crazing in the finish. No belt rash. serial number 147924 Thanks, Terri
Confirmation number: 22114553661323533
i NORMALLY WOULD ADD A PICTURE , BUT MY CARD READER IS NOT WORKING SUDDENLY.

ANSWER

Hi, Terri--

The serial number indicates a late 1976 manufacture date.

Here is the Blue Book General info: (the "NT" means Natural Finish)

F-20
- small body narrow waist body style, solid spruce top, maple (1956-1958) or mahogany (1959-1987) back and sides, round soundhole, single rosette, body binding, mahogany neck, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlays, blackface headstock with screened logo, three-per-side chrome tuners, rosewood bridge with white pins, tortoiseshell pickguard, available in Natural or Sunburst top with Mahogany Stain back and sides finish, 13.75 in. body width, 4.125 in. body depth, 24.75 in. scale, mfg. 1956-1987.

The Pricing info:

1970-1979

Excellent $1,000 - 1,200
Average $675 - 800

***In 1976, a few dimensions were changed with a deeper 4.25 in. body depth and a longer 25.5 in. scale.

Lynne

Guild S-100 Standard

by Brian
(Saginaw, MI)

Guild S-100 Standard, Starburst. 1977-78. (S/N 154060). According to the 2008 "Official Vintage Guitar Magazine Price Guide") the estimated value of this guitar was $975-$1200. Can someone verify that for me? Also, if you can help me pinpoint the year based on the serial number, that would be great. Could be as early as '76 but I don't think so. Thanks! -Brian

ANSWER

Hi, Brian--

Thank you for your inquiry about the value of your guitar. As stated on the page:

Vintage Guitar Values


"After providing this service FREE for the past year, I am now offering the service in exchange for a $2.00 donation. For this donation, you will receive not only the Blue Book pricing information, but also ALL of the Blue Book information about your guitar and links to internet pages (if available) with more information."

Please click on the link above and read the instructions in the "Donation Now Required" box.

I will keep your request for 3 days. Once I receive your donation, I will be happy to send you the information about your guitar.

Best Wishes,
Lynne

1965 Guild 12 string D-212-sb ser.# AA101***

by charles
(mccarr,ky)

Near mint guild 12 string acoustic sunburst finish seldom played 1965 model d-212

ANSWER

Hi, Charles--

This guitar is not listed in the Blue Book. I did, however find this discussion, including prices paid.

Harmony Central

Hope this helps.

Lynne

1963 Guild X 500

by Eddy Kimbrough
(Fort Worth Texas)

Hello,
I have a 1963 Guild X 500 serial number 23286, I was told by my Step father that it was originally made for jazz musician Wes Montgomery before he died. It has a birds eye maple neck, 500 year old Spruce back and mahogany front. Also, it is called Sunburst and also was told to say it is an F-hole. This Guitar is still in excellent condition and been well cared for. Due to age my Step-father would like to sale it but needs to know its actual worth. Can someone give me information on who could appraise it for us or tell us any history of this Guitar? The original purchase price in 1964 was $1300.00.


Thanks Eddy

ANSWER

Hi, Eddy--

I have obtained the Blue Book info for the Guild X 500:

"X-500 Add to Collection
- single round cutaway hollow style, bound arched laminated spruce top, 2 bound f-holes, bound tortoise pickguard, maple back/sides/neck, 20-fret bound ebony fingerboard with pearl block/abalone wedge inlay, adjustable ebony bridge, stylized trapeze tailpiece, bound peghead with pearl shield/logo inlay, 3-per-side Imperial tuners, gold hardware, 2 humbucker pickups, 2 volume/2 tone controls, 3-position switch, available in Blonde or Sunburst finishes, mfg. 1953-1995."

As you can see, the details don't quite match your Step Father's guitar (i.e. the kind of wood). This is the pricing info on the 1963 X 500 according to the Blue Book:

1963-1979

Mint $3,500
Exc.+ $3,000
Exc. $2,600
Avg.+ $2,300
Avg. $1,950
General $1,750

Here are the significant historic prices brought by the guitar recently:

2006 1963-1979
$2,800
$2,500
$2,200
$1,900
$1,650
$1,450

As you can see, the guitar is increasing in value.

I don't know about the additional history of the guitar except to say that I believe (from the research that I did) that Wes Montgomery played Gibson guitars.

Here is a link to a discussion of the guitar by owners: Guild X 500

Best Wishes,
Lynne

Guild F-30 SB (1974)

Hello,

I have here a Guild F-30 SB, from 1974. I recently purchased it and it seems it's not from the year I thought it was (according to the serial number). It's a 1974 model. I just want to check that what I paid (from a guitar store) is a fair amount, bearing in mind it's from a different year now. As you can see from the photo, it is in good playing condition but with some cosmetic/playing wear, particularly around the scratch plate. There are no cracks/fret wear and it is structurally sound.

I'd be grateful if you could let me know the the blue book info, please and if, to your knowledge, guitars like this might cost more in the UK than the US.


ANSWER

Hi, Stuart--

Here is the Blue Book general info:

F-30 ARAGON
- small body narrow waist body style, solid spruce top, maple (1954-1958) or mahogany (1959-1986) back and sides, round soundhole, single rosette, bound body, mahogany neck, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlays, blackface headstock with screened logo, three-per-side chrome tuners, rosewood bridge with white pins, black pickguard, available in Natural top/Mahogany Stain back/sides finish, 15 in. body width, 4 in. body depth, 25.5 in. scale, mfg. 1954-1986.

The pricing info:

1970-1979
Excellent $1,200 - 1,450
Average $850 - 1,000

I am sorry I do not have access to information comparing prices in US and UK.

Lynne

Guild D25, 1973 serial # 78294

by Bert Spring
(Mahwah, NJ, USA)

Hi,

I was wondering about the value of this acoustic, it is all original and in very good shape. Model is Guild D25, serial # 78294, no case. Serial # is on the inside on the Guild label, written in pen. AWESOME sound and tone out of this thing, my father bought it new so I'm the second owner, would never sell it, but curious about value.

Thanks!
Bert Spring

ANSWER

Hi, Bert--

Here is the Blue Book info:

Excellent $850 - 1,000
Average $600 - 700

Lynne

1997 guild starfire 4

by Tom F
(Ronkonkoma,NY)

could you give me an idea of what a 1997 guild starfire 4 in excellent original condition worth?

ANSWER

Hi, Tom--

Here is the Blue Book info:

Mint $2,050
Exc.+$1,700
Exc.$1,450
Avg.+ $1,250
Avg. $1,100
General $950

Nice guitar!

Lynne

1967 Guild F-30

This was passed down from my father, and we argue over the value of it. Help us out please? Serial #: AI-1588

ANSWER

Hi, Alan--

Here is the Blue Book info:

1959-1969
Excellent $1,300 - 1,650
Average $950 - 1,100

Lynne

Guild Model III serial 17035

by oliver
(New Port Richey,Fl.)

How much is the value of my guitar?

Hi, Oliver--

The serial number indicates a manufacture date of late 1961.

Here are the Blue Book prices:

Excellent $700 - 850
Average $500 - 575

Lynne

Guild M-65 cherry

The year according to guild was 1963. Determined from serial# 22995.

I have previously published info about the Guild M65. You can view the info here:

Guild M65

Lynne

Guild CA-100-B

by Victor DiGregorio
(Clayton North Carolina)

Guild model # CA-100-B
Serial # 29372

When you look through the bottom F-Hole there is a label saying Guarantee and then model and Serial # and the case and Guitar is original.

ANSWER

Hi, Victor--

Here is the Blue Book Pricing info:

Excellent $1,600 - 1,900
Average $1,100 - 1,300

Lynne

1986 Guild F-46

by Alan Johnson
(Pennsylvania)

Here's another guitar I recently purchased that I'm interested in the value. I have an offer on the table, but I don't know if it's a good one or not.

The Serial # is: KJ10098

I believe it is original unless the pickup installed by John Jordon came after the fact. The finish is in good shape, but there is some buckle rash on the back. Also, there is a hairline crack in the bridge, but nothing major.

Thanks!

ANSWER

Hi, Alan--

Here is the Blue Book info:

Excellent $1,650 - 2,050
Average $1,050 - 1,250

Lynne

Guild Acousitic Guitar/ D-25M

I would like all the information you can provide about a Guild Acoustic Guitar/Model D-25M. It has a dreadnought body, chocolate color, and possibly a rosewood fretboard. I do not know the year but the serial number is DA106729 which is located on the inside tag and stamped on the back of the headstock. It is in very good condition and I believe that it has all the original hardware. Specifically, I would like to know the year, approximate value, and what it is made of (type of wood - sides, back, top, etc.)

ANSWER

Hi, jkropp3--

The serial number comes up as 1974. Here is the Blue Book general info: (the "M" stands for Mahogany Finish)

D-25 BLUEGRASS (NO. 350-0200)
- dreadnought style, solid spruce or mahogany top, arched laminated mahogany or flat solid mahogany back, solid mahogany sides, round soundhole, black bound body, three-stripe rosette, mahogany neck, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlay, three-per-side chrome tuners, rosewood bridge with white black dot pins, tortoiseshell pickguard, available in Antique Burst, Black (1980-1999), Cherry Red (1968-1986), Mahogany, Natural or Woodgrain Red high gloss finish, 15.75 in. body width, 25.5 in. scale, mfg. 1968-2000.

The pricing info:

1968-1978

Excellent $850 - 1,000
Average $600 - 700

Lynne

Guild M65

ANSWER

M-65
- single round cutaway hollowed mahogany body, bound spruce top, 2 f-holes, raised black laminated pickguard, mahogany neck, 22-fret bound rosewood fingerboard with pearl block inlay, adjustable metal bridge/harp tailpiece, blackface peghead with pearl logo inlay, 3-per-side tuners, nickel hardware, single coil pickup, volume/tone controls, available in Sunburst finish, mfg. 1962-68.

Mint $1,950
Exc.+ $1,550
Exc.$1,300
Avg.+$1,100
Avg.$950
General $800

Guild--Model unknown

I can not read the model # on the inside tag. but the serial # looks like 7622. any information would be helpful. My grandmother purchased this guitar in the 60's.
Thank you.

ANSWER

Hi, Judy--

The serial number indicates a 1958 manufacture date.

I would need a picture or at least a good description to give you any further information.

Lynne

1968 Guild Manhattan

What is my guitar worth? Was used to gig by my father but is in good shape.

ANSWER

Here is the Blue Book price info:


Mint $2,150
Exc.+$1,850
Exc. $1,650
Avg.+$1,450
Avg. $1,300
General $1,150

Lynne

Guild DC5

The serial # is: FC050232. Just curious as to the value. thanks!

ANSWER

This model is not listed in the Blue Book, nor could I find any pricing information on the internet.

Lynne

Guild Star Fire 4 (1965??)

by Jhite
(Seattle area)

Hello,

I'm am looking to find out the value of my guitar that was given to my by my grandfather. Any information you could offer (I.E what years these were made, what they are valued at now) would be greatly appreciated.

ANSWER

Hi, Jhite--

Nice Guitar! Here is the Info:

STARFIRE IV
- double round cutaway semi-hollow bound maple body, raised black pickguard, 2 f-holes, 3-piece maple neck, 22-fret bound rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlay, tune-o-matic bridge/harp trapeze tailpiece, pearl Chesterfield/logo peghead inlay, 3-per-side tuners, gold hardware, 2 humbucker pickups, 2 volume/2 tone controls, 3-position switch, available in Black, Blonde, Blue, Green, Red or Walnut finishes, mfg. 1963-1994.

1963-1971
Mint $2,400

Exc.+ $2,000

Exc. $1,750

Avg.+ $1,500

Avg.$1,300

General $1,100

Lynne

Guild D250 1974

Excellent condition, cherry finish, likely 1974 per serial number

ANSWER

I can find no record of a D-250 either in the Blue Book or on the internet. There is, however, a D 25 that was manufactured in 1974. Here is the description:

D-25 (NO. 350-0200)
- dreadnought style, solid spruce or mahogany top, arched laminated mahogany or flat solid mahogany back, solid mahogany sides, round soundhole, black bound body, three-stripe rosette, mahogany neck, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlay, three-per-side chrome tuners, rosewood bridge with white black dot pins, tortoiseshell pickguard.

If this is your guitar, here is the pricing info:

1968-1978

Excellent $850 - 1,000
Average $600 - 700

Lynne