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Micipsa

Micipsa (Numidian Mikiwsan; Greek: Μικίψας): king of the Numidians (r.148-118 BCE), son of Massinissa, brother of Gulussa and Mastanabal, ally of the Romans. …

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Midas

Midas: king of Phrygia, best known from Greek legend, but perhaps also mentioned in cuneiform sources.Legend Great tumulus There are several legends…

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Mithridates I of Pontus

Mithridates I Ktistes: first king of Pontus (r.281-266 BCE).The beginning of Mithridates' career is mentioned by Diodorus of Sicily, although it is a bit complex. At about this time Mithridates, who was subject to Antigonus but appeared to be shifting his allegiance…

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Mithridates IV Philopator Philadelphus

Mithridates IV Philopator Philadelphus: king of Pontus (r.c.160-c.150 BCE).Mithridates IV succeeded his brother Pharnaces I, who had conquered Sinope and lost Paphlagonia. Little is known about the reign of Mithridates, except for the fact that he was allied to the Romans…

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