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A rare 16th Century seal, made for one of King James V s numerous illegitimate children, has been bought by National Museums Scotland.
The item, not seen in public since 1901, belonged to James Stewart, half-brother of Mary Queen of Scots and dates back to the 1540s.
It showed his position as Commendator of Melrose and Kelso Abbeys, which were bestowed on him by the king.
The seal was sold in an online auction for more than £6,000.
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Updated: March 9, 2021, 9:25 pm
The rare 16th century seal that has been out of public view for more than a century was bought at auction on Tuesday (Alex Robson/Lyon & Turnbull/PA)
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A rare 16th century royal seal hidden from public view for more than a century has been acquired by National Museums Scotland.
The James Stewart, Commendator of Melrose Seal, dating to circa 1535-1541, was made for one of the king’s numerous illegitimate sons, at least four of whom were called James or John.
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