Description

This stunning 1984 Gibson Citation in Sunburst is flamed, gilded, and meticulously crafted! As one of their luxe archtop models, the Citation showcases some of Gibson’s finest craftsmanship, with ornate trimmings from headstock to toe. Very few of these were produced annually, each receiving a hand-written label inside the f-hole and a pearl plaque at the back of the headstock denoting its serial number and completion date. This guitar is Reg No. 19, from June 25, 1984. Luthiers at Gibson hand-picked every piece of wood on these models for their appearance and tonal qualities, one of our favorite touches being this hyper-flamed maple pickguard. All of the hardware is 24-karat gold-plated, and this guitar’s plating still remains in excellent condition. The tailpiece is one of the most eye-catching appointments, as it is embossed with the model’s name, bookended by fleur-de-lis symbols. The mother-of-pearl inlays depict cloud fretboard markers and fleur-de-lis accents on the rosewood bridge and headstock. This guitar is all original, with only a few marks, the faintest wear, and three professionally repaired top cracks.

Overall Condition: 9.5, so close to mint


Specifications

  • finish_details Sunburst, Original, Excellent Condition, very little to no wear, previously mentioned professionally repaired top cracks
  • body_material Spruce Top, Maple Back and Sides
  • neck_material 5-piece Maple
  • fretboard_material Ebony
  • neck_profile Medium/Thin C
  • weight 7 lbs 1 oz
  • scale_length 25-1/2"
  • pickup_readings N: 14.35K
  • tubes
  • speakers
  • electronics Original, Untouched
  • nut_width 1-11/16”
  • hardware Original, Excellent Condition, almost no wear to tailpiece or tuners, some wear and patina to gold plating on pickup cover
  • includes Original Gibson Hardshell Case with red lining
  • year
Well Strung Guitars

Well Strung Guitars

1984
Gibson
Excellent
Sunburst
5 Years
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Well Strung Guitars
Well Strung Team
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Farmingdale, New York
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Upon receipt, if you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you must notify WSG within 24 hours. We will refund your money as soon as the merchandise is returned to us in the same condition as when it shipped out. The customer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and bank fees that may be incurred throughout the return process. All returns must be packaged in the same materials that the guitar was sent out to ensure the safety of the instrument. All claims regarding loss or damage are the responsibility of the purchaser.