 In the 19th century, these became popular in the rest of Europe, but the supply in Dalmatia was too small for the whole continent, so they came to be seen as a delicacy for royalty and the wealthy.Because of the relative scarcity of the Marasca, other cherries came to be preserved in various ways and sold as "maraschino".The cherries were first introduced in the United States in the late 19th century, where they were served in fine bars and restaurants.