{"product_id":"early-20th-century-check-writing-machine","title":"Early 20th Century Check Writing Machine","description":"\u003cp\u003ec. 1910s; Hedman Manufacturing Co. - Chicago\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAntique Hedman F\u0026amp;E Check-Writer, Model D.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece is described by the Made in Chicago Museum as a \"hi-tech defense weapon\" as its creation came from a need to combat a serious issue of the day: check forgery. Prior to the invention of check writing machines, it was simple for swindlers and conmen to simply add an extra \"y\" to a paycheck prior to cashing so that a check for $8,000 became a check for $80,000.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece features adjustable number dials and a large lever to stamp information on the front of a check.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nExhibits moderate signs of wear and is in an unknown working condition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n5\" W x 7.5\" D x 10.5\" H\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease refer to photos regarding condition.\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more info regarding delivery of your order, please review our shipping Terms and Conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMM - C-6676 - 122823\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Artifacts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68001020412213,"sku":"fds1793362531714","price":82.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/0059\/3717\/files\/early-20th-century-check-writing-machine_1.jpg?v=1793362543","url":"https:\/\/chicpeakfashion.shop\/products\/early-20th-century-check-writing-machine","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}