some of the suggestions here are really interesting and I so appreciate them - and I will consider them all. Thank you. Painting over them had never occurred to me, and It is something I will surely discuss with a luthier here in NYC, as well a some of the other suggestions here. I"m afraid I am entirely unqualified to perform any of this myself, but I am willing to pay whatever to have it done well so I'll discuss the options and update you all who have been so helpful.
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