Gibson Les Paul Special Price Guide
The Gibson Les Paul Special occupied the middle ground between the Junior and Standard — featuring two P-90 pickups on a slab mahogany body with a bound fingerboard. Available in both single and double-cutaway configurations, the Special offered excellent value and a compelling direct tone.
Produced: 1955–1963
📖 Buyer's Guide
Double-cutaway models (1959-1960) command the highest prices. TV Yellow finish is the most collected. Check that both P-90 pickups are original and the jack plate is unmolested. Like the Junior, the simple construction makes modifications easy to spot.
Value by Year
| Year | Excellent | Very Good | Good | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | $12,600–$18,000 | $7,200–$12,600 | $3,600–$7,200 | Full Details → |
| 1956 | $12,600–$18,000 | $7,200–$12,600 | $3,600–$7,200 | Full Details → |
| 1957 | $12,000–$25,000 | $6,600–$15,000 | $4,200–$10,000 | Full Details → |
| 1958 | $8,400–$12,000 | $4,800–$8,400 | $2,400–$4,800 | Full Details → |
| 1959 | $15,000–$30,000 | $8,300–$18,000 | $5,300–$12,000 | Full Details → |
| 1960 | $8,400–$12,000 | $4,800–$8,400 | $2,400–$4,800 | Full Details → |