Martin Guitar
D45 Martin Guitar, Yr. 2008 (175th anniversary model) SN 1320262 with original hard case. Like new condition.
I'm the original owner. Bought new 2008. This is a collector edition (175 anniversary series) SN 1320262. Original price $9,999.00 in 2008. Guitar is like new condition.
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Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photographs and description provided, the subject of this appraisal is a 2008 Martin D-45 175th Anniversary acoustic guitar, serial number 1320262.
According to the current owner, the piece was acquired new in 2008, for $9,999 retail according to the original tags.
The condition of the piece is excellent.
Book values of similar D-45 Anniversary pieces tend to price between $9,000 and $12,000. Based on recent sales of very similar guitars via Reverb.com that fall within the upper end of that range, a Fair Market Value (pre-auction estimate) of this piece would be estimated at $11,000 to $12,000.
Did you get the additional uploaded images?
Yes, Jimmy. Thanks for the update. Continuing research on comparable sales of the 175th anniversary model in particular but will update soon.
Guitar is like new condition. 2008, 175th anniversary model. I'm the original owner. No scratches, dings or cracks. Stays in plus case in humidified/climate controlled room.