The Authenticity of the Joash Inscription
An Alternative Interpretation

Introduction

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Outline of the GSI report and the main results

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Step 1: rock selection

Step 2: carving

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Step 3: “aging” the inscribed surface

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Step 4: creating the patina

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Step 5: adding “the Temple gold”

Step 6: Making it datable

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Step 7: sealing “the time capsule”

Step 8: hardening the patina

Step 9: brushing and cleaning

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Step 10: ordering a scientific examination

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