In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PICAYUNES
Noun
picayunes
plural of picayune
Source: Wiktionary
PICAYUNE
Pic`a*yune", n. Etym: [From the language of the Caribs.]
Definition: A small coin of the value of six and a quarter cents. See Fippenny bit. [Local, U.S.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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