In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ANORTHOCLASE
A*nor"tho*clase, n. [Gr. priv. + orthoclase.] (Min.)
Definition: A feldspar closely related to orthoclase, but triclinic. It is chiefly a silicate of sodium, potassium, and aluminium. Sp. gr., 2.57
– 2.60.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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