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1968 Gibson SG

The 1968 SG Standard is an entry point into vintage Gibson territory — genuine late-'60s craftsmanship with patent-number humbuckers at relatively accessible prices.

Current Market Value

Excellent
$8,000–$15,000
Very Good
$4,400–$9,000
Good
$2,800–$6,000
Fair
$1,200–$3,000

* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology

Specifications

Body WoodMahogany (solid, thin double-cutaway)
Neck WoodMahogany
FingerboardRosewood
Scale Length24.750"
Frets22
Pickup ConfigHH
BridgeTune-O-Matic with stop-bar
TunersKluson Deluxe
Finish OptionsCherry, Walnut

Pickups & Electronics

Two 'Patent Number' humbuckers. Volute on back of headstock introduced — a thicker heel to address the SG's notorious headstock-break weakness.

What Changed in 1968

Volute appeared on the back of the headstock. Minor cosmetic changes. These are late-1960s vintage instruments at accessible prices.

Collector's Notes

Check for headstock repairs — SG headstocks break at the nut/headstock joint more than almost any other guitar due to the angled construction. A repaired headstock significantly reduces value.