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Hello All,
I am seeking info on a "L - 2" that I have. Well, I think it is an "L - 2"
It has some unsusual details on it that conflict it's date.
Ser. # 9630 with head that reads " The Gibson" and it is not on an angle. Further, it has an ornate peril inlay that is about 3 inches long on the head. It is a small body with gold trim around the full top body as well as the sound hole.
Any help to I.D. it's age etc... greatly appreciated.
Chalkie
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L - 2 cir. 1930?
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Posted 09 November 2012 - 03:44 PM
You can check this website for more info on Gibsons in general, and hopefully you can find some info there.
http://home.provide....gibson6.html#l2
It says the straight "The Gibson" logo was only standard from '29-'34, but depending on the model could be used as early as '09. I believe only the '31 model had the sparkle trim, as the trim was discontinued in '32, and afterwards, only said "Gibson" with no "The." Also, Gibson started re-numbering serial numbers towards the end of 1931, so the beginning part of the year, they were numbered up to 9999, and then started again at 1 and only went up to 890 through 1932. Given all the evidence, I think that you have a 1931 Gibson L-2. If you would like to double check, there should be a Factory Order Number (FON) on stamped on the neckblock inside the body of the guitar. It can double confirm the date, but like I said, given all the evidence, it is almost certain you have a very nice collectable 1931 Gibson L-2!
http://home.provide....gibson6.html#l2
It says the straight "The Gibson" logo was only standard from '29-'34, but depending on the model could be used as early as '09. I believe only the '31 model had the sparkle trim, as the trim was discontinued in '32, and afterwards, only said "Gibson" with no "The." Also, Gibson started re-numbering serial numbers towards the end of 1931, so the beginning part of the year, they were numbered up to 9999, and then started again at 1 and only went up to 890 through 1932. Given all the evidence, I think that you have a 1931 Gibson L-2. If you would like to double check, there should be a Factory Order Number (FON) on stamped on the neckblock inside the body of the guitar. It can double confirm the date, but like I said, given all the evidence, it is almost certain you have a very nice collectable 1931 Gibson L-2!
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