Berenike IV reigned as queen of Ptolemaic Egypt from 58-55 BCE, following her father Ptolemy XII's overthrow. Born into the royal family, her legitimacy has been debated, particularly regarding her sister Cleopatra VII. While some speculate Berenike IV might have participated in her father's usurpation, her reign was characterized by instability in Egypt due to national debt and civil unrest. Her rule concluded abruptly when Ptolemy XII reclaimed the throne with the aid of a Roman army, resulting in her execution, marking the end of her brief time on the throne.
Berenike IV, as the eldest daughter of Ptolemy XII, briefly ruled after his ousting but faced execution when he reconquered Egypt with a Roman army.
Her reign was marked by turmoil, with Berenike IV's rise amid civil unrest and national debt affecting her father's reputation and rule.
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