Gibson Serial 【480p】
The 1st and 5th digits combined tell you the year of manufacture. For example, in the serial number 9 023 1 564, the 1st digit "9" and 5th digit "1" indicate the guitar was made in 1991 .
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Before 1977, Gibson used several overlapping and sometimes repetitive systems that make precise dating difficult. The 1st and 5th digits combined tell you
A letter before or after the number may indicate plant: Before 1977, Gibson used several overlapping and sometimes
6 digits often beginning with 1–9.
Modern Gibsons (since the 1970s) should have "Made in USA" stamped below the serial number.
Most modern Gibson USA and Acoustic models follow a predictable pattern. Since 1977, Gibson has primarily used an 8-digit (and later 9-digit) system stamped into the back of the headstock. YDDDYRRR (8-digit) or YDDDYBRRR (9-digit)
