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Why Is Saffron More Expensive Than Gold?

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    Why Saffron Is More Expensive Than Gold

    Why Saffron Is More Expensive Than Gold

    Its origins are shrouded in mystery. Some say the saffron crocus (Crocus sativus) plant hails from Iran, others say Greece. When picked, harvested …

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