1776 Saur Gun-Wad Bible Martin Luther Germantown PA Calf Binding (All Original)
Step back in time with this rare find: a 1776 American Colonial Bible, famously dubbed the 'Gun-Wad Bible.' Crafted by Christoph Saur in Germantown, Pennsylvania, this masterpiece marks the genesis of truly American Bibles, being the first to utilize materials sourced entirely from the New World. Its historic significance is profound, surviving the ravages of the Battle of Germantown, where many of its original 3,000 copies were repurposed by British troops for horse bedding and gun wadding. Today, only ten copies in their original calf binding remain, making this a cherished relic of American history. Despite its age, this copy remains in good condition, proudly displaying the marks of time. Delve into its pages and discover not just a translation of its back page but also period items nestled within, each adding layers to its historical allure.
Step back in time with this rare find: a 1776 American Colonial Bible, famously dubbed the 'Gun-Wad Bible.' Crafted by Christoph Saur in Germantown, Pennsylvania, this masterpiece marks the genesis of truly American Bibles, being the first to utilize materials sourced entirely from the New World. Its historic significance is profound, surviving the ravages of the Battle of Germantown, where many of its original 3,000 copies were repurposed by British troops for horse bedding and gun wadding. Today, only ten copies in their original calf binding remain, making this a cherished relic of American history. Despite its age, this copy remains in good condition, proudly displaying the marks of time. Delve into its pages and discover not just a translation of its back page but also period items nestled within, each adding layers to its historical allure.
Step back in time with this rare find: a 1776 American Colonial Bible, famously dubbed the 'Gun-Wad Bible.' Crafted by Christoph Saur in Germantown, Pennsylvania, this masterpiece marks the genesis of truly American Bibles, being the first to utilize materials sourced entirely from the New World. Its historic significance is profound, surviving the ravages of the Battle of Germantown, where many of its original 3,000 copies were repurposed by British troops for horse bedding and gun wadding. Today, only ten copies in their original calf binding remain, making this a cherished relic of American history. Despite its age, this copy remains in good condition, proudly displaying the marks of time. Delve into its pages and discover not just a translation of its back page but also period items nestled within, each adding layers to its historical allure.