Franklin guitars are currently handmade in Missouri, USA by Luthier Nick Kukich. According to his website, Brazilian Rosewood models start at $12,000(USD), all others start at $9,000(USD). I have no idea what an 80's model might sell for.
As you probably know, Nick was building guitars in Sandpoint, ID in the late 70's and 80's so it is not surprising one turned up in a pawnshop there. I'm sure mom got a deal.
You can check out Nick's website here:
[url]http://www.franklinguitarcompany.com/#/#home[/url]
Jedistar has another Franklin label posted at his site here:
Statistics: Posted by VintAxe — Wed Feb 24, 2010 7:14 pm
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