Author most noted for his novels The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables. DS, signed “Nath. Hawthorne,” one page, 8 x 13, March 11, 1854. As U. S. Consul to Liverpool, England, Hawthorne verifies a Customs certificate from John Goodwin concerning the American ship Owego, which is printed above the Consul’s Certificate. Gilt and cloth matted and framed with a color portrait of Hawthorne and a small name plate, to an overall size of 23 x 20. In fine condition, with expected document folds, worn seal and some scattered mild toning. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
