Lot 99
Hawthorne, Nathaniel (1804-1864) American novelist and short story writer; best known for The Scarlet Letter. Partly-printed Document Signed "Nath Hawthorne" as U.S. Consul at the Port of Liverpool, 1p (both sides), 13¼"x8", Liverpool, 1857 May 14. Fine; old tape repairs at lower edge of verso. Hawthorne certifies that the facts set forth in the certificate regarding the ship "Caravan" of New York are true. Blue paper seal is to the left of Hawthorne's signature. He was appointed Consul in 1853 by his friend, President Franklin Pierce. He resigned in 1857 to travel in France and Italy before returning to the States in 1860.
Estimated Value $750 - 850.
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