In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
VALLUMS
Noun
vallums
plural of vallum
Source: Wiktionary
VALLUM
Val"lum, n.; pl. L. Valla, E. Vallums. Etym: [L. See Wall.] (Rom. Antiq.)
Definition: A rampart; a wall, as in a fortification.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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