I think you guys might be over reacting a bit...though not in the context of how WE value our Guilds. 8)
They're not a high ticket item to the rest of the world.
Most of the serial number is still present and could probably be reconstructed successfully...if you're going to obliterate it, wouldn't you do a better job?
The headstock chip is typical of 'oops' when turning around in a tight spot...or colliding with a lefty bass player :lol:
The finish stress fractures indicate that guitar has undergone some wide temperature and/or humidity swings...the label really could have just fallen off...
And if your worst case scenario is correct...if it was swiped at some time way in the past...it no longer really matters all that much.
But if the neck angle is good, and the neck block/braces are in good shape...it needs some care...the top cracks need addressing, but no biggy...the hog has nice grain, the top is interesting...If you like the guitar, save the dang thing...
At least it isn't suffering from the usual serious buckle rash on the back. :wink:
And, no, I don't know the seller. But I did check his feedback...100% and he sells a lot of high end gear.