This is tricky because Gibson duplicated serial numbers in different years on different models, and the serial number by itself does not give the model.
If the serial number is on the headstock, but not the place of manufacture, your guitar was made at the Kalamazoo Plant, MI, USA in 1963.
If definitely a Les Paul Classic the guitar was made at the
Nashville Plant, TN, USA in 1991 or in 2001 (see what I mean?)
If the serial number is on the headstock, along with "Made in USA", the guitar was made at the Kalamazoo Or Nashville Plant, USA in 1970, 1971 Or 1972.
Frustrating eh?
If you need to get closer than this with a professional appraisal you could try sending photos and details (plus a fee) to
https://guitars.com/appraisals
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