Mark, the crawfish appear to be stencil-painted on. There's also a crawfish embossed under the MARTIN name.
My wife is upset that I pushed her over and brought my accordion to bed with me. Maybe if she looked as good as this accordion.... :)
My musical world changed when I finally bought a Martin in C - and again when I bought one in D. I'm told I can't afford one in Bb!!
You'll love it and congratulations
robin