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Bacurius I of Iberia

d. 249

King of Iberia (Kartli) from 234 to 249

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About Bacurius I of Iberia

Bacurius I of Iberia was a monarch and royalty.

Bakur I (, Latinized as Bacurius), of the Arsacid dynasty, was a king (mepe) of Iberia (natively known as Kartli; ancient Georgia) from 234 to 249.

The name is the Latin form of the Greek Bakour , itself a variant of the Middle Iranian Pakur, derived from Old Iranian bag-puhr ('son of a god'). The name "Bakur" is the Georgian (ბაკურ) and Armenian (Բակուր) attestation of Middle Iranian Pakur.

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Important facts

Died
249
Occupation
Nationality
Kingdom of Iberia
Positions held
King of Iberia
Also known as
Bakur I of Iberia

Frequently asked questions

Who was Bacurius I of Iberia?

King of Iberia (Kartli) from 234 to 249

When did Bacurius I of Iberia die?

Bacurius I of Iberia died in 249.

What was Bacurius I of Iberia's occupation?

Bacurius I of Iberia was a monarch and royalty.

What nationality was Bacurius I of Iberia?

Bacurius I of Iberia's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Iberia.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bacurius I of Iberia

· Wikidata: Q2715357

· DBpedia: Bacurius I

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