Gibson has been known for producing the world’s finest archtop guitars ever since founder Orville Gibson invented the format way back in the 1890s. In 1969, the company decided to celebrate its artistry in the best way it knew how: by making the most elegant, finely crafted archtop guitar conceivable. Dubbed the Citation, and only created in extremely limited numbers, this model became an instant collector’s item, and has remained one throughout its sporadic production runs.
