Gibson Les Paul 1959 Standard Reissue
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The 1959 Standard Reissue is the center of gravity for Gibson historic Les Pauls, because this is the year most buyers have in their head when they imagine the ideal burst. That makes the page less about whether the format is desirable and more about which examples are convincing enough to deserve the premium. Top selection, weight, neck feel, Custom Shop paperwork and overall execution do the real sorting here.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $3,925 and $4,900; anything under $3,925 is worth a close look. Prices are down 10.1% vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
Turnover is steady at ~7/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~21% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
The previous year at a lower price: fatter neck profile and the early-burst look — worth comparing before committing.
The follow-on year at a lower price: slimmer neck, similar burst — the last of the era before the shape changed.
Master-built 59 reissues with hand-selected tops for buyers who want the ultimate fidelity.
For Sale (9 listings)
Music at Noosa Vintage and Rare • 2021
Gibson Les Paul Custom Shop R9 2021 - Iced Tea Burst
$6,246
Very Good
ATB Guitars • 2013
2013 Gibson Les Paul Standard Hand Picked '59 Reissue, Lemon Burst
$6,589
Very Good
joesvintageguitars • 2003
Gibson R9 1959 Reissue Les Paul 2003 - Sunburst
$4,650
Excellent
Picker's Supply - Instruments of Distinction • 1999
Gibson 40th Anniversary R9 Les Paul 1999 - Highly Figured Cherry Sunburst
$7,500
Very Good
Kansas City Vintage Guitars • 2019
2019 Gibson 60th Anniversary TOM MURPHY Painted 1959 Les Paul Wildwood Spec R9 59
$9,750
Excellent