Gibson SG Price Guide

The Gibson SG was introduced in 1961 as a redesign of the Les Paul. Though Les Paul himself was not a fan, the SG became iconic in its own right — favored by Tony Iommi, Angus Young, and Derek Trucks. Early 'Les Paul/SG' models from 1961-1963 still carry the Les Paul name on the truss rod cover.

Produced: 1961present

📖 Buyer's Guide

Thin SG necks are prone to headstock breaks at the volute — inspect carefully and factor in any repairs. Early 1961-1963 models with the long pickguard and sideways vibrato are the most collectible. Pelham Blue and Polaris White finishes command a premium over standard Cherry.

Value by Year

YearExcellentVery GoodGood
1961$20,000–$40,000$13,000–$20,000$8,000–$13,000Full Details →
1962$12,600–$18,000$7,200–$12,600$3,600–$7,200Full Details →
1963$10,000–$20,000$6,500–$10,000$4,000–$6,500Full Details →
1964$8,400–$12,000$4,800–$8,400$2,400–$4,800Full Details →
1965$6,000–$12,000$3,300–$7,200$2,100–$4,800Full Details →
1966$4,900–$7,000$2,800–$4,900$1,400–$2,800Full Details →
1967$6,000–$12,000$4,000–$6,000$2,500–$4,000Full Details →
1968$8,000–$15,000$4,400–$9,000$2,800–$6,000Full Details →
1969$4,900–$7,000$2,800–$4,900$1,400–$2,800Full Details →
1970$2,450–$3,500$1,400–$2,450$700–$1,400Full Details →
1971$2,450–$3,500$1,400–$2,450$700–$1,400Full Details →
1972$2,450–$3,500$1,400–$2,450$700–$1,400Full Details →
1973$2,450–$3,500$1,400–$2,450$700–$1,400Full Details →
1974$2,450–$3,500$1,400–$2,450$700–$1,400Full Details →
1975$2,450–$3,500$1,400–$2,450$700–$1,400Full Details →