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When this
register arrived in the shop, we weren't even sure whether it would be
able to be saved, but this unique register is a family heirloom that
unfortunately had been in two fires during its lifetime. The
register is so old that it doesn't have a model number on its case, but
it is probably one of the earliest registers made with the Empire
pattern. |
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(Schoettelkotte
collection) |
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(Before restoration) |
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This cash
register is most commonly known as the two-drawer bar machine. One
of the unique characteristics of the register is that each drawer has
its own distinct bell, along with counters under the lid to keep track
of both drawers, how many half-pints, pints, and quarts of liquor were
sold. This was the way of keeping track of inventory.
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(Ray Cleary collection) |
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A Model 50 in
the Renaissance pattern is usually a collector's must-have, although
they are very difficult to find. The Renaissance pattern is found
on registers that were made between 1898 and 1902, when the Dolphin
design took over. |
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(Sam and Jackie
Snowden collection) |
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This is a very
early Model 2 in a large scroll pattern. The serial number on this
register is only 21,695, making it a register that was shipped from the
factory in 1890. The "change" key was used to open the drawer
without a transaction. It was soon discovered, however, that
clerks would push the "change" key and pocket the sale, without the
customer even knowing. The key was then changed to "nothing sold"
or "no sale." |
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(Sam and Jackie
Snowden collection) |
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The Renaissance
pattern, again, is one of the most sought-after by collectors.
Here is a beautiful example of the pattern in restored nickel plate. It is
certainly one of the most intricate of the patterns designed for
National Cash Register Company. This unique register has a
breastplate that reads "Holbrook & Winfree", which was a liquor dealer
in Salem, NC. |
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(Hunter Cox collection) |
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The 1000 class
register was invented so that operators could operate this register with
dirty hands. For example, if you had oil on your hands from
working on a car, you could operate the register with your elbows.
This particular register had been in the family for many years, and was
restored to its original condition. |
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(Jim Beck collection) |
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The model 35 Bensinger was the
only register manufactured with this particular operating mechanism.
The keys have a place on top of the numbers to push down the keys,
instead of pushing on the numbers themselves. This register is
completely original, with glass keychecks and a personalized breastplate
for J.T. Rogers & Co. |
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(Artemus W. Ham
III collection) |
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While the Model
5 is truly an asset to anybody's collection, a Model 5 with a split
keyboard is a rare find. This split keyboard was for cigars and
candy. This is a great register with an original sign, marble, and
a breastplate that reads John L. Jenkins. |
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(Artemus W. Ham
III collection) |
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Here is another register that the
business was originally located in Terre Haute, Indiana. Dr. Cheek
had an office in Terre Haute, and has relatives who still reside there.
This unique Model 5 has a ring-up that goes all the way up to $30.
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(Rick Petty collection) |
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