A thought or two on Kroil.
This product was developed to remove corrosion on marine engine and boat parts. Several years ago some of us antique car guys found it more than useful on our old cars. It simply cannot be beat for what it was intended to do.
Unlike WD40, it will not dry to a lacquer like mess that is difficult to remove.
As far as I know, it must be ordered from the firm (Tennessee I think) and is not available OTC.
As far as I am concerned it is worth many times its cost.
USE SPARINGLY !!!!!! A soaked toothpick seems a good idea to me.Should work to remove the corrosion in the engraving and not harm the metal or surface of the piece.
Best,
John