Rabirius Postumus, Caius

(fl. 80–43 BC)

   Roman banker. Son of Caius Curtius and Rabiria. He was adopted by his mother’s brother. He lent money to Ptolemy XII and later financed the king’s restoration to the throne in 55 BC to recover his debts. To obtain repayment of his loan, he was made finance minister of Egypt from 55–54 BC. He became a supporter of Iulius Caesar and was made a senator. He possibly returned to Egypt as a member of Caesar’s entourage. He later supported Augustus.

Historical Dictionary Of Ancient Egypt by Morris L. Bierbrier