Book stamp, associated with James VI

This brass book stamp dates from the early 17th century, during the reign of James VI.

The stamp bears the royal arms of James VI before his accession to the English throne. The Latin inscription reads: 'In Defence, Iacobus Rex 6'. This was in use to around 1603. '

In Defence' is an abbreviated version of 'In my defence, God me defend'.

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Online ID:	000-100-002-660-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NM 58
Date:	Early 17th century
Material:	Brass. Inscription: IN DEFENCE, IACOBVS REX 6
Dimensions:	13 mm H x 89 mm x 57 mm
What:	Stamp, book
Subject:	Jewellery: seals, stamps (NMAS Classification)
Who:	James VI
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Description:	Brass book stamp with Royal Arms and inscription
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