At time of writing (May 2024) Gruhn Guitars' highest priced offerings in "Acoustic guitars" are a 1943 Martin D-28 ($125,000) (#1) and a 1937 Martin D-18 ($80,000) (equal #2), while Carter Vintage Guitars offers a 1936 Martin D-18 for $185,000 and a 1945 Martin D-28 for $70,000. Concurrently, Lark Street Music, in New Jersey is offering a refinished 1941 Martin D-45 priced at $250,000; in original finish, such an instrument might be anticipated to be listed at a price between 50% and 100% higher. By contrast, at the same date the current model (new) D-18 lists for $2,399.00, the D-28 for $2,799.00 and the D-45 for $9,699.00, per the 2024 C.F. Martin website.
