1955 Gibson J-200
The 1955 J-200 (Super Jumbo) — Gibson's largest, most ornate, and most recognizable acoustic guitar. Maple back and sides, moustache bridge, ornate pickguard.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$12,600–$18,000
Very Good
$7,200–$12,600
Good
$3,600–$7,200
Fair
$1,800–$3,600
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Maple back and sides, Sitka Spruce top |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany (3-piece on some) |
| Fingerboard | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 25.500" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None |
| Bridge | Moustache bridge (rosewood or ebony) |
| Tuners | Grover Imperial |
| Finish Options | Natural, Sunburst |
| Est. Production | 200 |
Pickups & Electronics
Acoustic guitar — no pickups. Moustache bridge, ornate pickguard.
What Changed in 1955
J-200 establishing itself as Gibson's flagship acoustic. Natural finish most popular.
Notable Examples
Elvis Presley, Emmylou Harris, Bob Dylan, Pete Townshend — the J-200 is the 'King of the Flat-Tops.'
Collector's Notes
Check moustache bridge condition, pickguard (ornate design should be intact), and top condition. Natural finish examples are the classic look.