Join us in this fascinating episode of the Biblical Archaeology from the Ground Down podcast as we dive deep into the intriguing world of ancient numismatics and one of Christianity’s most enigmatic artifacts. In “Jesus on Byzantine Coins: Is it the Face of the Shroud?”, hosts Dr. George Sparks and Dr. David E. Graves sit down with expert guest Justin Robinson, a renowned numismatist and historian from the Samlerhuset Group, to explore groundbreaking evidence linking Byzantine coins to the Shroud of Turin.

If the Shroud of Turin—believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ—is dismissed as a medieval forgery, how do we explain striking similarities between its facial image and depictions of Christ on Byzantine coins dating back to the 7th century? Justin unpacks recent discoveries, including gold solidi from Emperor Justinian II and bronze folles from the 10th century, revealing details like hair strands, facial features, and even throat markings that mirror the Shroud. We discuss the historical journey of the Image of Edessa, its influence on Christian iconography, and how these coins could provide compelling proof of the Shroud’s ancient origins.

Whether you’re a biblical scholar, history buff, or simply curious about the intersection of archaeology and faith, this episode challenges long-held assumptions and sheds new light on the “true face” of Jesus.

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