World's Oldest Pot Stash Found

[PoopandBoogers]

http://io9.com/5099717/worlds-oldest-pot-stash-offered-an-afterlife-high


When archeologists opened the tomb of a Gushi shaman in northwest China, they found his stash. The 2,700 year-old corpse had been buried with just under a kilo of marijuana, the oldest known use of cannabis for purposes other than food or clothing. And researchers believe that he was entombed with the plant so he could enjoy its psychoactive properties in the afterlife.

A paper published this week in Britain's Journal of Experimental Botany reports the find in China's Xinjiang region, where many modern strains of cannabis are thought to have originated. In addition to 789 grams of marijuana, the tomb contained bridles, archery equipment, and a harp, apparent provisions for the afterlife. Unlike other early examples of cannabis use, the research team believes that the marijuana was included for its psychoactive properties. Said the lead researcher, neurologist Ethan Russo.

 

[2noles1cup]

Wood smoke

 

[noleit]

It's also typical for a Gushi shaman to be buried with a lot of dried goat meat and various other snacks.

 

[321Nole]

Reminds of the time mom found a stash 10 years after I was out of the house and a non-smoker. Converting my bedroom to an office and boom there's a 20 sack underneath the dresser. Must have been some good ish.

 

[Formerly Rockymtnole]

http://io9.com/5099717/worlds-oldest-pot-stash-offered-an-afterlife-high


When archeologists opened the tomb of a Gushi shaman in northwest China, they found his stash. The 2,700 year-old corpse had been buried with just under a kilo of marijuana, the oldest known use of cannabis for purposes other than food or clothing. And researchers believe that he was entombed with the plant so he could enjoy its psychoactive properties in the afterlife.

A paper published this week in Britain's Journal of Experimental Botany reports the find in China's Xinjiang region, where many modern strains of cannabis are thought to have originated. In addition to 789 grams of marijuana, the tomb contained bridles, archery equipment, and a harp, apparent provisions for the afterlife. Unlike other early examples of cannabis use, the research team believes that the marijuana was included for its psychoactive properties. Said the lead researcher, neurologist Ethan Russo.

Dunno, I'm picturing a couple of Cheech and Chong-type embalmers arguing with each other.

"C'mon, I gave it to you, where'd you put it bro??"
"Naaah, man, I'm tellin' you, I put it right here...RIGHT. HERE. man..."
"Well where could it be? Damn dude...that's our entire stash..."