Dynasty 5
2494 BC to 2345 BC · Old Kingdom · capital Memphis
The Dynasty 5 falls in the Old Kingdom. The age of the pyramids, from Djoser's Step Pyramid to the end of Pepi II's long reign.
9 rulers are recorded for this dynasty. Userkaf to Unas Dates are conventional and approximate; the dating grade shows how far each can be trusted.
Rulers
- Pl. 29Userkaf 2494 BC to 2487 BC, grade B
- Pl. 30Sahure 2487 BC to 2475 BC, grade B
- Pl. 31Neferirkare Kakai 2475 BC to 2455 BC, grade B
- Pl. 32Neferefre 2455 BC to 2453 BC, grade B
- Pl. 33Shepseskare 2453 BC to 2445 BC, grade B
- Pl. 34Nyuserre Ini 2445 BC to 2421 BC, grade B
- Pl. 35Menkauhor Kaiu 2421 BC to 2414 BC, grade B
- Pl. 36Djedkare Isesi 2414 BC to 2375 BC, grade B
- Pl. 37Unas 2375 BC to 2345 BC, grade B