I know, right ? That would ruin the integrity of the piece... the serial numbers at the bottom of the plaque is starting to fade... buffing would make the serial numbers disappear. I will leave it as is for now... I tell myself that the scratches give it character and has stories to tell... one of the stories is that it was well loved. lolYes, it was the one with all the diamonds on the curved plaque at the front.
I agree about getting someone reputable. You don't want someone who will do so much that they buff out the engravings too.
Thanks for kindness and your contribution to this forum and guidance in fashion and style.
"J!m"