Esport Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 This was found under the bed, after my father passed. He never mentioned it or played it, to my knowledge. We think it belonged to my grandmother who played mandolin and sang bluegrass in the 60's and 70's. I have only this pic and from what I can tell, it's most likely a late 60s C&W. The bridge is what throws me. It's facing down instead of towards the sound hole which I don't see very often in pics of other C&W models. I understand that this single image makes for a tough ID but I won't have the guitar in my possession for a little while to take a closer look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksdaddy Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 Most all Gibson bridges went from belly-up to belly-down in 1968 or so. The rosewood saddle is typical of that period as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted March 18, 2019 Share Posted March 18, 2019 There should be a serial number embossed on the back of the headstock. When you get access to the guitar, either post a photo of that number or just tell us what it is. It will help pin the guitar down by year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esport Posted April 13, 2020 Author Share Posted April 13, 2020 https://imgur.com/xUgdq6l Here’s a shot of the back of the headstock to show the serial number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimR56 Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 535174 = 1969 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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