1952 Gibson SJ-200 Custom Ray Price Owned Acoustic Guitar, Serial # A10626....

Description

1952 Gibson SJ-200 Custom Ray Price Owned Acoustic Guitar, Serial # A10626. Owned and played by the legendary Ray Price. Amazing custom inlay throughout the body that was not done by Gibson but is still very high quality. Moderate weather checking. Original pickguard has been removed and replaced with a clear one that is in the case. Strap button added at the heel. Maple back and sides. Sitka spruce top. Some play wear and scratches to the finish. Binding is cracking in spots. Comes with George Gruhn evaluation and appraisal. Hard case in rough shape included. Condition: Very Good. From the Collection of Ray Price.
Note: See the image of Ray playing this guitar and an additional image of Cliff Price, Ray's son, at the Grand Ole Opera on August 28th this year playing Ray's guitar.

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