1959 Gibson Les Paul Sunburst

1959 Gibson Les Paul Sunburst Solid Body Electric Guitar, Serial #9 4500. 1959 is the most celebrated year for Gibson Les Paul guitars, with originals being among the most sought-after and valuable electric guitars in history. This Goldtop conversion project brings the vintage appeal of a '59 Burst at a fraction of the cost of an all-original example. The restoration work—likely including a re-top—aims to capture the classic look, feel, and tone of the Holy Grail of electric guitars. While the PAF pickups bear convincing stickers, their authenticity remains uncertain, making this an intriguing piece for players and collectors alike. The switch tip and potentiometers are non-original. The pots date to late 1978. Comes in a 4 latch Lifton 50's National-style hard case. The headstock is very narrow and possibly homemade or altered. Missing one screw in each G&D tuner. The modifications and non-original components provide an opportunity to own a vintage-style Les Paul with the character of a late-'50s model. Hard case included. Condition: Good. As an added bonus, the winning bidder on this lot will receive a VIP Meet and Greet experience as well as 2 VIP tickets to Criss's show in Las Vegas. The Sarantakos Collection HID05201242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice