The Gibson EM-200 Florentine is the the holy grail of vintage electric mandolins. For looks, tone, playability, and "mojo," a good EM-200 is hard to beat. Here's a very clean example from the early 1960s (serial number 21149). Near-mint condition, works great. All gold hardware. Replacement tailpiece is installed, but the original tailpiece will be included. Hardshell rectangular F-style case with maroon lining. $2,650.

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