Patient ID Center Oakland California Cannabis Advertising 2010

This vintage Patient ID Center postcard from the Northern Branch in Oakland, California, is a piece of medical cannabis history. The card outlines exclusive member benefits, including free cultivation classes, secure ID issuance for patients and caregivers, referrals to collectives, 24-hour online verification for providers and law enforcement, and a dedicated law enforcement hotline. It also promotes their hemp store offering books, clothing, growing supplies, and smoking accessories. Featuring the address (1733 Broadway, Oakland), contact details, office hours, and a small map insert, this collectible highlights the era of early organized patient advocacy and safe access programs—formerly associated with the Oakland Cannabis Buyers’ Cooperative (OCBC). Perfect for cannabis ephemera collectors and those preserving the history of medical marijuana legalization in California.