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The Oppii of Velia

the Oppii

also: Oppii, Oppiis tuis contubernalibus, the Oppii of Velia

Banker-brothers of Velia on the Lucanian coast who shared lodgings or business with Atticus; Cicero looks to them as a source of travel funds during the war (Att. 8.7). Distinct from Caesar's agent C. Oppius and the negotiator L. Oppius.

Mentioned in 4 works (4 total)

Ad Atticum 7.13 letters · 1 mention
Ad Atticum 8.7 letters · 1 mention
Ad Atticum 10.4 letters · 1 mention
Ad Atticum 10.7 letters · 1 mention

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