King of Scotland (born 1512) from 1513 until his death in 1542. Known for his intolerance of heresy which resulted in the executions of such prominent church reformers as Patrick Hamilton. James fathered not only his successor, Mary, Queen of Scots, but as many as nine illegitimate children. Manuscript DS, signed “James,” one 8 x 4.75 page inlaid to an 8.75 x 6 sheet, September 16, 1538. An official document ordering payment to Sir James Haldane for his service as governor of the “Castell of Dunber,” James’s fortress/residence in Dunbar, East Lothian. Accompanied by an 18-th century portrait engraving. In good condition, with soiling and staining, intersecting folds (lightly touching signature), and allover wrinkling. The signature is clear, dark, and mostly unaffected. R&R COA.
