In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
STEATITES
Noun
steatites
plural of steatite
Source: Wiktionary
STEATITE
Ste"a*tite, n. Etym: [Gr. stéatite.] (Min.)
Definition: A massive variety of talc, of a grayish green or brown color. It forms extensive beds, and is quarried for fireplaces and for coarse utensils. Called also potstone, lard stone, and soapstone.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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