Albina of Caesarea was a third-century virgin martyr who lived in Caesarea Maritima within the Roman Empire. According to the Roman Martyrology, she was executed during the reign of the emperor Decius around 250. While some traditions suggest she was martyred in Italy, specifically in Formia, other accounts place her death in her birthplace. She is recognized as a saint in both the Catholic and Orthodox traditions.
Life and death
Living during the mid-third century, Albina was a young woman from Caesarea Maritima. Her martyrdom occurred under the rule of Decius. There are differing historical accounts regarding her final location; the Greek tradition maintains she died in Caesarea, whereas other records claim she was taken to Italy, where she was killed in Formia.
Veneration
She is commemorated as a saint in the Catholic and Orthodox churches. Her feast day is observed on 16 December. In Italy, her relics are preserved in the cathedral of Gaeta, following a tradition that they were moved there through miraculous means.