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			Yes leave as is Tim. As Detlef said it has a nice old patina and probably could have come as a result of contact with someones head 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
	 .If repair is needed in wood then a suitable putty coloured to suit with a stain is OK but only if absolutely needed. Stu  | 
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