In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SESTERTIUS
Etymology
Noun
sestertius (plural sestertii)
(historical) A large bronze or (rarely) small silver coin minted during the Roman Republic and Empire, valued at two and a half asses (a quarter of a denarius).
Synonyms
• sesterce
Source: Wiktionary
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