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 $4,225 and $5,225; anything under $4,225 is worth a close look. Prices are down 8.9% vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
Turnover is steady at ~9/month. Supply is consistent enough that patient buyers can find options without rushing.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~17% 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 (12 listings)
Mario Blues King • 2014
Gibson Les Paul 1959 Heavy Aged R9 2014 - Bourbon Burst
$8,485
Excellent
Rumble Seat Music • 2014
2014 Gibson Custom Shop Made For Japan Les Paul R9 Heavy Aged "Sunburst"
$15,950
Excellent
JJ’s Joints • 2019
2019 Gibson Custom Shop 60th Anniversary R9 Les Paul Standard – Upgraded
$6,895
Excellent
The Guitar Rescue • 2014
2014 Gibson Custom Les Paul '59 Reissue - 8.82 LBS
$4,999
Very Good
Thunder Road Guitars • 2011
2011 Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Washed Cherry
$4,859
Very Good
Dusty Spirit Instrument Relocator • 2011
Gibson Carter Vintage Custom Shop R9 Les Paul 2011 - Sunburst
$6,500
Mint
Kansas City Vintage Guitars • 2019
2019 Gibson 60th Anniversary TOM MURPHY Painted 1959 Les Paul Wildwood Spec R9 59
$9,750
Excellent
Privat • 2011
Gibson Les Paul ‘59 Reissue Custom Shop Dave Carpenter Limited Run
$7,515
Excellent