All I can say is that you haven't priced weed lately, then . . .
    Sieggy
> Saffron is one of the world's most expensive spices (although I would
> classify it as an herb more readily than a spice).  You can expect to pay
an
> exorbitant rate for even the lowest quality saffron, and $15.00 an ounce
is
> not unheard of for the good stuff