Is this the first ever portrait of Jesus? The incredible story of 70 ancient books hidden in a cave for nearly 2,000 Years

Discovery: The impression on this booklet cover shows what could be the earliest image of Christ One lucky owner: Hassan Saida with some of the artefacts that he says he inherited By NICK PRYER 4/4/2011 The image is eerily familiar: a bearded young man with flowing curly hair. After lying for nearly 2,000 years hidden in a cave in the Holy Land, the fine detail is difficult to determine.