[1959 melody maker]

this model could be a 60s and not a 59 the double cutaway started in mid to early 60s the 59s had a single cut away also, but was called the les paul jr.

GIB has a site --google-- GIBSON DATERS PROJECT site this will help you identify year by numbers on back of head stock.

[Melody Market]

 

in my opinion and not to be disagreeing wit scales you might have a 59 les paul jr. according to gib website melody makers with double cut away didn't come out until mid 60s

it started out as a les paul jr. and by look-n @ the tuners and over all condition (do not refinish) more value in original.i would say its leaning more to the 59 side

[Odd Melody Maker?]

PumpJocky tobacco sunburst was in production until the end of 64,65 saw a new larger body style sharper horns and a fat butt at the bottom,along wit a cherry color,this only lasted 1 year for color.