Description: This is a rare and fascinating 1861 Society of the Separatists of Zoar, Tuscarawas, Ohio, Land Sale Contract. The Society of the Separatists of Zoar settled in 1817 in Tuscarawas County, Ohio. They were religious dissenters who were persecuted in Germany for their religious beliefs. They emphasized a mystical and direct relationship with God. The Zoarists were encouraged to flee Germany by their spiritual leader and with the help of a loan from Philadelphia Quakers were able to buy land in Tuscarawas County, Ohio. After several years they decided to reject the capitalist society and held all property in common until in 1898 disbanded and divided the assets ending one of the first attempts at a large scale commune. This land sale contact was made between the Society of the Separatists of Zoar and a Robert Baker who purchased “76 acres more or less” on January1, 1861 for one thousand dollars and was signed by the three trustees of the Society of Zoar as well as affixed their seal. The sale between the Zoarists and Robert Baker was witnessed and approved by Justice of the Peace Adam Rendell. This fascinating land sale contact/document was created and printed by the Separatists of Zoar. This document measures approximately 13 inches in width and 15 and 3/4 inches in height and is in exceptional condition except for minor browning on two very small panels that were exposed when completely folded on the unprinted side. This is a rare document as I could find no other large early documents like this for sale or that had sold. It appears all Society of the Separatists of Zoar history in documents and letters are held in Permanent collections of universities and museums. This is a valuable addition to any collection of historical documents and is sure to be a conversation starter. The 1861 Society of the Separatists of Zoar. The document you see pictured is the same one you will receive and is guaranteed authentic. Own a unique and rare piece of American history.
Price: 350 USD
Location: Chaska, Minnesota
End Time: 2024-12-05T18:24:38.000Z
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