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racuda
Jan-28-2004, 3:50pm
I have the opportunity to purchase a 1923 Gibson A2-Z Mandolin. It is in very good condition, with all original parts. I have tried to find some for sale to get an idea what they are selling for but I can't find any. Does anybody know what it may be worth?
They go for about $3800. They are the best older Gibson A models you can get. I'd prefer that one over an A4. I think Mando Bros has one for sale. I haven't looked in a long time.
Ken Waltham
Jan-28-2004, 5:48pm
I agree on both counts.
They are the best, no idea why.
And, expensive.
racuda
Jan-28-2004, 6:32pm
Thanks for the speedy replies. If the deal goes through, I'll report back with pictures.
danmills
Feb-05-2004, 7:25pm
Gryphon Stringed Instruments in Palo Alto, CA has a 1924 A2Z (sort of, see their description for details) listed in their inventory (http://gryphonstrings.com/instpix/20993/20993.html) at $3250.
- Dan
Jason Stein
Dec-05-2010, 10:29pm
Hello,
I have seen two of these lately advertised at $5,500 (1924) and $5,895 (1923). Is this the going rate for the A2Z these days?
Thank you,
Jason
Gail Hester
Dec-06-2010, 3:49am
It all depends on the condition. Most of the real nice ones I've seen are in the $4500 and up catagory.
Mandolin Mick
Dec-06-2010, 3:57am
You mean ... you're going to buy my Christmas present? ... ;)
Tom C
Dec-06-2010, 10:15am
Hello,
I have seen two of these lately advertised at $5,500 (1924) and $5,895 (1923). Is this the going rate for the A2Z these days?
Thank you,
Jason
Yeah, but you posted a response 7 years later than the question. When did you say the fish was caught?
Jason Stein
Dec-07-2010, 1:53am
Gail -- Thanks for your reply.
Mick -- Now you've spoiled the surprise! You weren't supposed to see this!!
Tom -- I am aware of the age of this thread. That is why I ask for the "going rate" "these days".
John Soper
Dec-07-2010, 5:32am
Pre-crash, these were being offered for $6500-7000. Advertised prices less now. Great mandolins, in general, but hard to separate the mystique of a relatively rare model from reality in posts made on this forum. Make sure you can play before you buy. That being said, I love mine.