In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
RIGOLL
Etymology
Noun
rigoll (plural rigolls)
An old musical instrument consisting of several sticks bound together, but separated by beads, and played with a stick with a ball at its end.
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• Grillo
Source: Wiktionary
Rig"oll, n. Etym: [Corruupted fr. regal.]
Definition: A musical instrument formerly in use, consisting of several sticks bound together, but separated by beads, and played with a stick with a ball at its end. Moore (Encyc. of Music. ).
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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