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In ancient Mesoamerica, particularly within the Aztec empire from around 1200 to 1500 CE, cacao beans were a standardized form of currency. Their value was so established that a counterfeiting industry emerged, with some merchants hollowing out beans and refilling them with dirt. Beyond commerce, cacao was deeply woven into the social and religious fabric. It was consumed as a frothy, spiced beverage during important rituals and ceremonies. While this drink was a luxury more commonly enjoyed by
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