Was Cleopatra attractive?

It seems likely that Cleopatra's physical appearance was not more or less attractive than the next woman, yet through her wit, charm and daring she captivated not only two of the most powerful men of the ancient world, but the collective imagination of the entire world for all centuries that followed. read more

The archaeological evidence Cleopatra VII Philopator, commonly known simply as Cleopatra, ruled over Egypt during the century preceding the birth of Christ. read more

One, that she was absolute monarch of one of the richest countries in the Mediterranean world, and two, that her personal wealth was beyond calculation. It also helped that she had a great deal of political intelligence. read more

They are not attractive and if you look closely it appears Cleopatra may have forgotten to put her teeth in. "It truly is quite fascinating. Roman writers tell us that Cleopatra was intelligent and charismatic, and that she had a seductive voice but, tellingly, they do not mention her beauty at all. read more