#17 • Gibson L-1 Acoustic Guitar

Part of Musical Instruments | November 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM (live auction by Alderfer Auction)

High bid $1,400.00

Status: Sold

Gibson L-1 Acoustic Guitar c.1917. Interior Label Number: 39326. Ink Stamp Number on Neck Block:11003. (c.1912) Pickguard Appears Original Stamped: "pat mar 30,'08". Tailpiece Appears Original Stamped: "Patented July 9, 1920". Possible Replacement String Anchor Pins. Top Shows Dents, Dings, and Scratches and Possible Lacquer Overspray. No Cracks.Back Shows Rubbing Wear and Repaired Separation at End Block.Top Binding OK. Tuner Buttons OK. Ebony Bridge Appears Original and Not Cut Down. Neck Has Very Slight Relief. The Action is Medium-High. The Intonation is Slightly Sharp; Not Uncommon for a Guitar of This Age. Original or Period Correct Hard Case 40"h x 15"w x 5.5"d