Pelops of Sparta

Pelops (Ancient Greek: Πέλοψ) was King of Sparta of the Eurypontid dynasty. He was the son of Lykourgos.^[1]

Pelops of Sparta
Born	c. 210s BC Sparta
Father	Lykourgos

He was born sometime around 210 BC, and his father soon died that year. Since he was an infant, a regent reigned, first Machanidas and then Nabis. Pelops was assassinated by Nabis, who assumed the throne^[1] in 199 BC.^{[citation needed]} He was the last of the Eurypontid Dynasty.

Preceded by Lykourgos	Eurypontid King of Sparta 210–199 BC	Succeeded by Nabis (usurper)