1683 1ed SCOTTISH LAW King James VI Sett Edinburgh Scotland England Merchants

1683 1^ed SCOTTISH LAW King James VI Sett Edinburgh Scotland England Merchants

“The Sett, or Decreet Arbitral of King James VI” is a rare 1683 treatise concerning the foundational principles of the politics and government of the City of Edinburgh, Scotland. Edited and collected by William Ramsay, this book includes the king’s role in formation of English laws, acts of town councils, election of magistrates and officials, role of deacons and other clergy, laws on trade and finance, as well as much more.

Item number: #8627

Price: $599

JAMES, King of England

The sett, or decreet arbitral of King James the 6th: Of blessed memory. Deciding all differences betwixt merchants and trades, anent the government of the city of Edinburgh: as it is registrat in the books of Council and Session, and ratified in Parliament. Together with the Acts of the town council, determining the time of the continuation of the Provost, Dean of Gild, and Thesaurer, to be no longer then one or two years together at one time. The magistrats and council of this city, ordains the sett, decreet arbitral, and the same Acts of the town council, to be printed and published.

Edinburgh: Printed by the heir of Andrew Anderson printer to His most Sacred Majesty, city and colledge, 1683. First edition.

Details:

• Collation: 2 parts in 1
  • ‘The Sett…’
    • [10], 34
  • ‘Acts of Town Council…’
    • [2], 14, [4]
    • Wanting pg. 15-16
  • References: Wing S 2647; Goldsmiths’ 2541;
  • Provenance: Armorial Engraving
    • The City of Edinburgh’s public library inserted an engraved plate with the Edinburgh armorial and motto, “Nisi Dominus Frustra” at some point in the book’s life, most likely between late 17^th century to mid-18^th
  • Language: English
  • Binding: Leather
    • Visible repair at inner hinges
  • Size: ~6in X 3.5in (15cm x 9cm)

Our Guarantee:

Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.

Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!

8627