matt5:22 PM (14 minutes ago)to meGIBCX11Serial Number: 111711489 The serial number 111711489 decodes to a Gibson Les Paul Studio manufactured on April 27, 2011, at the Nashville, TN factory.Serial Number BreakdownOn modern Gibson USA instruments utilizing the 9-digit format (instituted after mid-2005): 

• 1st and 5th Digits (1 and 1): Combine to signify the year 2011.
• 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Digits (117): Denote the 117th day of the year, which corresponds to April 27th.
• 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Digits (1489): The batch and factory tracking sequence numbers for that specific day. 

Model SpecificationsBased on the provided photos and serial information, this instrument matches the standard specifications of a 2011 Gibson Les Paul Studio (Fireburst or Vintage Sunburst Finish) featuring premium appointments: ComponentSpecificationModelGibson Les Paul StudioBody ConstructionMahogany body with a carved Maple top (features weight relief)FinishHigh-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer in Fireburst/Vintage SunburstHardwareGold-plated bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and pickup coversElectronicsDual humbuckers (typically Gibson 490R in the neck and 498T in the bridge)FingerboardRosewood with classic Pearloid trapezoid inlaysTuning PegsVintage-style Gibson Deluxe keystone tuners with green buttons 

spec sheet 111711489 spec sheet The current fair market value for a 2011 Gibson Les Paul Studio in Fireburst/Vintage Sunburst with Gold Hardware typically ranges between $975 and $1,400 USD (approximately $1,350 to $1,950 CAD) on the used marketplace. [1, 2]The exact value fluctuates based on specific transaction conditions:Price Breakdown by Sales Channel

• Private Party Sale (e.g., Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji): $1,000 – $1,250 USD ($1,400 – $1,750 CAD). You will net the most money here, though it takes longer to find a buyer. [1]
• Online Reputable Marketplace (e.g., Reverb, eBay): $1,200 – $1,400 USD ($1,650 – $1,950 CAD). While listing prices look higher online, remember to factor in platform fees (around 8–10%) and shipping costs. [1, 2]
• Guitar Shop Trade-In / Cash Offer: $600 – $800 USD ($850 – $1,100 CAD). Stores typically offer 50–60% of the guitar's eventual resale value to protect their profit margins.

Key Factors Impacting This Guitar's Value

• Gold Hardware Premium: The gold hardware variation on the Studio line generally commands a minor $50–$100 premium over the standard chrome hardware versions. [1]
• Condition vs. Nitro Lacquer: Gibson uses a nitrocellulose finish which wears natively over time. Extensive "buckle rash" on the back or heavy tarnishing on the gold pickups can decrease the price by roughly 15–20%. Clean, well-kept gloss finishes sit at the top of the price range. [1, 2, 3]
• Case Inclusion: Having the original Gibson black or brown hardshell case adds about $100–$150 of value compared to selling the guitar standalone or in a generic gig bag. [1]