First Stuart King of England (1603-25), also King of Scots (1567-1625). On his mother's forced abdication, he was proclaimed king, and brought up by several regents. When he began to govern for himself, he ruled through his favorites, which caused a rebellion and a period of imprisonment. On Elizabeth's death, he ascended the English throne as great-grandson of James IV's English wife, Margaret Tudor. At first well received, his favoritism again brought him unpopularity. LS in Old English, signed 'James,' one page, 8 x 12.5, November 21, 1590. Letter signed as James IV of Scotland addressed to Lord Gray, ordering a payment of 500 marks to John Stewart 'that w[i]thout farder protracting of tyme or difficultie you mak thankfull pament to said Johne of the soresaid sowme.' Matted and framed with a portrait of James, to an overall size of 22.5 x 20.5. In very good condition, with letter having been professionally inlaid, some paper loss to left edge, not affecting any text, several folds and scattered light toning. Scarce in any form. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA. Oversized.
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