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Parlor and Small Body

Gibson L-C Century of Progress Owned by Nathaniel Rateliff 1930s, Sunburst

$10,500.00

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InstrumentParlor and Small Body
BrandGibson
ModelL-C Century of Progress
FinishSunburst
SKUGF10793-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1930
TopSpruce
Back and SidesMaple
Neck/FingerboardMahogany/Pearloid & Brazilian Rosewood
Bridge MaterialRosewood
TunersReplacement Modern Grover Tuners
Radius12"
Neck ProfileV
Neck Depth0.980" - 1.030"
Scale Length24.75"
Nut Width1.768"
String Spacing at Saddle2.377"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)Y
ElectronicsL.R. Baggs
CaseModern Johnson hard shell case
Modifications/RepairsReplacement tuners, replacement truss rod cover, replacement nut, neck reset, refret, bridge slot plugged and re-slotted, various bridge pins, bridge reglue, large back crack repaired(maple dot cleats), strap button installed, pickup installed, bridge plate reglued, B-string crack repaired (maple dot cleat)
The Century of Progress was created to commemorate the Century of Progress World's Fair held in Chicago in 1933, and remains an uncommonly seen guitar from the pre-war era, with a bold design that stands apart from more traditional instruments. Previously owned by Nathaniel Rateliff, it carries a meaningful blend of connection to a respected modern artist along with offering a compelling historical significance. It has had work to hold up to the demands of being used heavily throughout its life which can be found listed with the instruments specs, and has a crisp and articulate sound to pair with great feel offering the ability to hold up to finger picking and strumming alike. 

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