In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ARANGO
A*ran"go, n.; pl. Arangoes. Etym: [The native name.]
Definition: A bead of rough carnelian. Arangoes were formerly imported from Bombay for use in the African slave trade. McCulloch.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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