Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars!

Lovies Guitars is excited to present this 1968 Gibson L-5CES Florentine Hollow Body Electric Guitar finished in classic Sunburst. As one of the most prestigious archtops ever produced by Gibson, the L-5CES represents the pinnacle of vintage jazz guitar craftsmanship, combining luxurious appointments, master-level construction, and legendary hollowbody tone.

The Florentine cutaway design gives this instrument an elegant and unmistakable vintage aesthetic while allowing improved upper fret access. Built with carved tonewoods and premium electronics, the L-5CES delivers warm lows, articulate mids, shimmering highs, and exceptional dynamic response—ideal for jazz, blues, and sophisticated clean playing applications.

The Sunburst finish paired with multiply binding, split block inlays, gold hardware, and floating pickguard showcases the timeless elegance that has made the L-5CES a favorite among professional musicians for decades.

This example remains largely original (OG) with a replaced pickguard and replaced strap buttons. It comes complete with a hardshell case (HSC).

Condition is rated at 9/10 – Very Good for its age. The guitar shows tarnishing on the hardware, small marks throughout consistent with age and use, micro lines on the replacement pickguard, and a double hole near one screw location. Overall, this is a very clean and well-preserved vintage L-5CES with excellent presentation for its age.

SPECS
Model: 1968 Gibson L-5CES Florentine
Finish: Sunburst
Body: Carved Hollow Body Archtop
Top: Carved Spruce
Back & Sides: Maple
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony
Inlays: Block Inlays
Frets: 20
Pickups: Original Gibson Humbuckers Patent NO. 2737842
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
Bridge: Adjustable Ebony Bridge
Tailpiece: L-5 Trapeze Tailpiece
Hardware: Gold
Pickguard: Replaced
Strap Buttons: Replaced
Case: Hardshell Case (HSC)
Condition: 9/10 – Very Good for its Age

Lovies Guitars Guarantee
A legendary vintage Gibson archtop with elegant Florentine styling, premium carved construction, and timeless jazz tone. A beautifully aged and highly collectible L-5CES with classic Gibson sophistication and player appeal.

Weighs in at: 7.30 lbs

1st Fret: .800”

12th Fret: .910”

Serial: 896150

SKU: 9768

Each guitar comes with a Sample of Fret-Not fret and fingerboard cleaner and our favorite Cooper Pick.

We offer a 14-day money-back return policy. Buy with confidence.

All guitars are guaranteed to arrive in the condition as described, and a full refund will be issued if not. Additionally, all our guitars are fully insured, and we will assist with any claims that may arise.

Lovies Guitars holds a CITES Master File, and we can provide certificates when and where they are required. We are also declaration-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for international shipments.