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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;all_fakes, post: 104111, member: 55&quot;]In the last photo, I&#039;d think it is crazing in the finish rather than scratches.&nbsp; Cleaning or not cleaning the painted-over writing is not going to affect value, but might provide some information.&nbsp;&nbsp; It is possible the original owner wrote his name and social security number there.&nbsp; </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp; That used to be considered a good idea, in case the item was lost - until people realized it could lead to ID theft if the item was sold.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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