In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ZECHINS
Noun
zechins
plural of zechin
Source: Wiktionary
ZECHIN
Ze"chin, n.
Definition: See Sequin.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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