Ptolemy XIV

AncientEmperorPtolemaic Kingdom-59 — -44

Younger brother married to Cleopatra, poisoned.

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Quick Facts

Born

59 BCE

Died

44 BCE

Country

Ptolemaic Kingdom

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)27

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)32

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)53

Total Score44.5

Ptolemy XIV — Complete Timeline

47 BC

Marriage to Cleopatra VIIPolitical Action◆ Major

Ptolemy XIV was married to his older sister Cleopatra VII after the death of their brother Ptolemy XIII. The marriage was a political arrangement to legitimize Cleopatra's rule alongside her son Caesarion.

MarriageCleopatra VIIPolitical Alliance

Impact: national

44 BC

Poisoning by Cleopatra VIIPolitical Action◆ Major

Ptolemy XIV was poisoned by Cleopatra VII, likely on her orders, to eliminate a rival and secure the throne for her son Caesarion. His death ended the Ptolemaic dynasty's male line and left Cleopatra as sole ruler.

PoisoningAssassinationCleopatra VII

Impact: nationaldestructive