In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TETRAPHARMACUM
Tet`ra*phar"ma*com, Tet`ra*phar"ma*cum, n. Etym: [NL. tetrapharmacon, L. tetrapharmacum, Gr. Tetra-) + (Med.)
Definition: A combination of wax, resin, lard, and pitch, composing an ointment. Brande & C.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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