James I (1566-1625)
Reign: 1603-1625
House: Stuart
- Born in Edinburgh Castle, he became King of Scotland at the age of one as James VI
- He was fluent in several languages and published works on political science, black magic and the dangers of tobacco
- Gold “unite” coins were first produced from 1604 to 1619; the name recognizes the first union of the kingdoms of England and Scotland