The 1976 Gibson Bicentennial Firebird was a limited edition electric guitar celebrating America's 200th birthday, featuring a distinctive red, white, and blue eagle/firebird emblem on its pickguard, gold hardware (like the Firebird VII), and the iconic reverse body shape, often in black, sunburst, or natural finishes, becoming a collectible piece combining patriotic design with classic Gibson craftsmanship. Key Features:

• Bicentennial Logo: A prominent red, white, and blue eagle with "76" on the pickguard.
• Hardware: Gold hardware, typically found on higher-end models like the Firebird VII.
• Body Style: Reintroduced the iconic "reverse" Firebird body.
• Pickups: Equipped with two pat applied for pickups
• Construction: Neck-through body with mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, pearl dot inlays, 24.75" scale.
• Controls: Two volume, two tone knobs, and a 3-way toggle switch.
• Finishes: Common finishes included Black, Sunburst, Mahogany, and Natural.
• Tuners: Featured banjo-style tuners. 

Significance:

• A unique collector's item marking a specific historical moment in the USA.
• Offered a blend of the classic Firebird design with special patriotic ornamentation and deluxe hardware. 

These guitars are sought after by collectors for their historical significance, unique look, and classic Gibson playability, often appearing in black or natural finishes.