Rhoemetalces II

Rhoemetalces II (

Roman Emperor Tiberius deposed Rhescuporis II and installed Rhoemetalces II and Tryphaena on the throne in his place. They served as loyal client rulers, even in 26 putting down Thracian malcontents for Tiberius. Rhoemetalces II never married and had no children. After his death in 38, his father's cousin Rhoemetalces III, the son of Rhescuporis II, was appointed king, while his mother retired to live as a private citizen in Cyzicus

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References

^ Mladjov, Thracian Kings, University of Michigan; Werner 1961: 118-120, 239, 242; Sullivan 1990: 25-30, 145-151, stemma 1.

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Coinage of Rhoemetalces II

Rhoemetalces II Odrysian kingdom of Thrace Born: unknown Died: 38
Preceded by Rhescuporis II	Co-ruler of Thrace with Tryphaena 19 –38	Succeeded by Rhoemetalces III and Pythodoris II

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[1] Mladjov, Thracian Kings, University of Michigan; Werner 1961: 118-120, 239, 242; Sullivan 1990: 25-30, 145-151, stemma 1.