Narcotics Collection (#2)

Greek Ornament: Bands or borders in dark on light and light on dark colours, pub
Greek Ornament: Bands or borders in dark on light and light on dark colours, plate II from The Practical Decorator and Ornamentalist, published 1892 (colour lithograph)

Tobacco Leaves No. 1, pub. 1851 (hand coloured engraving)

Brain damage due to drugs, PET scans C014 / 1177
Brain damage due to drugs, positron emission tomography (PET) scans. The brain at left is that of a control subject who had not taken drugs

Qat stems
Qat. Stems of the Ethiopian Qat or Khat plant (Catha edulis). The stems have been wrapped in banana leaves to preserve their freshness

Interpol, Paris, 1960S
A drug-smuggling map of the world, with lines showing the routes by which narcotics are taken from country to country. Date: 1960s

Qat leaves

Mephedrone molecule. Molecular model showing the structure of the stimulant Mephedrone. Atoms are represented by spheres (carbon: light blue, nitrogen: dark blue, oxygen: orange, hydrogen: green)

Amphetamine drug molecule
Amphetamine. Computer model of a molecule of the drug amphetamine. It is also known as speed, and is sold under the brand name Benzedrine

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"Narcotics: Unveiling the Complex World of Mind-Altering Substances" Delicate and alluring, dried opium poppies hold centuries-old secrets within their petals. Journey through Amsterdam's Bloemenmarkt, where cannabis seed packets tempt curious souls. Step into a realm of legality at one of Amsterdam's coffee shops, where cannabis is both bought and consumed freely. Discover the artistry behind cultivating cannabis with starter kits available at the Bloemenmarkt flower market. Qat stems whisper tales of ancient traditions and cultural significance in certain regions around the world. Transport yourself to 1875 Borneo as Malay Opium-smokers paint a vivid picture of historical opiate use. Explore the diverse varieties of opium poppy, Papaver somniferum, alongside Anemone mexicana in nature's pharmacy cabinet. Immerse yourself in San Francisco's Chinese Opium Palace through an evocative engraving from times past. Gromwell varieties reveal their enchanting beauty while holding medicinal potential yet to be fully explored by modern science. Dive deep into marine mysteries with acid weed or mermaids hair - Desmarestia dresnayi - a captivating seaweed species that has caught scientific attention for its unique properties. In this caption collection, we delve into the multifaceted world – from historical practices to contemporary cultivation methods – inviting you to explore these intriguing substances with curiosity and caution alike.