I agree with @ARE_you_kidding_me. It looks to me like “JR” put his initials on the instrument when is was new, and successive wear/UV has burnished the finish around the initials.
I also agree that if it’s a high priced piece, you should seek out a professional before buying, of the letters bother you. It’s possible that it could be polished to the original finish and the letters disappear. I would not undertake any repairs myself.
Probably a pass, from what we know here.