The jewellery and jewels owned by James V of Scotland are mainly known from the royal treasurer's accounts and inventories. James V reinforced his authority by lavish display.
James V and Mary of Guise, Hardwick Hall
James V wore bonnets decorated with "sets" comprising aglets and precious stones
Several documents list the jewels of Margaret Tudor, daughter of Henry VII of England and Elizabeth of York. Margaret married James IV of Scotland in 1503.
Margaret Tudor, Daniël Mijtens, Royal Collection
Drawing of Margaret Tudor from the 16th-century Recueil d'Arras
In 1515 Margaret Tudor left jewels at Tantallon Castle, which were forwarded to her at London
Carving at Stirling Castle thought to represent Margaret Tudor, workshop of Andrew Mansioun, 1540