Gibson Les Paul 1954 Custom Reissue
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The 1954 Les Paul Custom Reissue lives in a very specific Gibson lane: not just old-looking, but Black Beauty specific. Buyers come here for the ebony-board, formal, early-Custom brief rather than for a general high-end Les Paul. The market rewards examples that still feel convincingly period-minded and complete, because once the hardware or finish stops reading as a proper 54-style build, the whole point starts to slip.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $3,575 and $4,050; anything under $3,550 is worth a close look. Price variance is high — individual sales can move the market, so check recent comps before committing.
This is a slow-moving market at ~4/month. Sellers may wait longer for the right buyer; don't expect a quick flip.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~17% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Current production Custom: ebony board and multi-ply binding without the 54 reissue premium.
Master-built Custom reissues with hand-selected materials: step up from the production 54 reissue.
The other mid-50s Les Paul reissue at a lower price: goldtop and P-90s from the same early era.
For Sale (1 listing)
