In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GEMMERY
Etymology
Noun
gemmery (countable and uncountable, plural gemmeries)
(obsolete) A cabinet in which jewels are stored.
The art of workmanship with gems.
Source: Wiktionary
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