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View full screenSeal matrix (c. 1541 - 1557) for James Stewart, commendator of Kelso and Melrose (c. 1529 - 1557)
X.2021.35
c. 1541 - 1557
The matrix is engraved with a shield showing the lion rampant of the royal arms of Scotland, debruised with a bendlet to denote illegitimacy, within a fleur-de-lis border, and surrounded by the motto S.IACOBI.COMEDATARII.DE.CALCO.ET.MELROSE. The circular matrix has an integral flange handle to the reverse.
Stewart, James, 1534 - 1557