Bernie Marsden - 1953 Gibson J-45 acoustic guitar, made in U...

Hammer

£5,000

Bernie Marsden - 1953 Gibson J-45 acoustic guitar, made in USA, factory order no. Y5071 18; Back and sides: mahogany, light checking throughout, further heavier scratches and blemishes; Top: sunburst, lightly checked throughout, heavy play wear around sound hole and pickguard; Neck: heavy wear to first position, further dings and marks further up, light checking; Fretboard: rosewood, repaired groove wear; Frets: refret, worn; Hardware: replacement bridge pins, replacement saddle; Case: semi-rigid period Gibson Gator case; Overall condition: good for age


*One of many vintage Gibson acoustics owned by Bernie Marsden, who had a particular love for the J45 Model. He would always have them to hand for writing and recording purposes. This guitar features on page 273 of Bernie's book 'Tales of Tone and Volume'

**Sold with non transferable CITES A10 certificate no. 24GBA10RFOZ40