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James Stewart, Commendator of Kelso and Melrose (c. 1529–1557) was a member of the Scottish royal family. Career. James Stewart was a son of James V of Scotland and Elizabeth Schaw, a member of the Schaw of Sauchie family. His exact birthdate is unknown. A document dated 1534 states he was in his fifth year.
James Stewart’s position as Commendator of the Abbeys of both Kelso and Melrose in the Scottish Borders during the 1540s and 50s gave him significant status in the Borders region. As commendator, he exerted his authority not only over the lands and income of both these affluent abbeys but was also responsible for local defence.
James Stewart was the eldest son among at least nine illegitimate children fathered by King James V. The seal matrix indicates Stewart's position as Commendator of Melrose and Kelso Abbeys, bestowed on him by his father, the King.
Scope and Contents Charter by James [Stewart], commendator of the monasteries of Kelso and Melrose, with consent of his convent, granting to Andrew Brounfield in Pittillisheuch, and Janet Dickson, his spouse, in conjunct fee, and their heirs-male, whom failing, the nearest heirs-male of the said Andrew, the £5 lands of Pittillisheuch, lying ...
10 de mar. de 2021 · 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.
10 de mar. de 2021 · 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...
18 de mar. de 2021 · This 16th century seal indicates Stewart's position of commendator of Melrose and Kelso abbeys, bestowed on him by his father. As commendator of two affluent abbeys during the 1540-50s, Stewart would have had significant status in the Borders region to exert his authority over the lands and income.
