The Historical Background of the Term "710"
The term '710' didn't just appear out of thin air. It has its somewhat murky origins in the cannabis communities of the early 2010s, primarily in the online forums where cannabis enthusiasts gathered to share knowledge, experiences, and wordplay.
Originally, '710' was chosen for one simple reason: when viewed upside-down, 710 looks a lot like the word 'OIL'. Given the increasing popularity of oil-based cannabis products at the time, especially among devoted fans, this numerical representation quickly caught on as a way to subtly express appreciation for this particular form of cannabis consumption.
The term '710' was initially an inside joke, acting as a secret code among insiders in the cannabis community. As the popularity of oil-based products grew, so did the use of '710'. Much like '420', it eventually moved beyond niche groups and started appearing more widely, online and offline.
This shift from obscurity to popularity was partly due to events like the '710 Cup', which celebrated the best in oil and concentrate production. Suddenly, '710' was everywhere: on merchandise, in magazine articles, and even as a date on the calendar. July 10th (7/10) is now internationally observed as 'OIL Day', a day for enthusiasts to celebrate and enjoy their favorite cannabis concentrates.
