You've probably heard someone call saffron "red gold," and maybe you wondered if that was just marketing hype. It's not. This tiny spice commands prices that make precious metals look like bargains.

Often called red gold, saffron is the most expensive spice in the world: A mere 2 grams of the highest quality costs nearly $60. With a floral aroma and fruity, earthy flavor, saffron is a delicate ...

At $100 per gram, to say saffron is a delicacy would be an understatement. Saffron is known for giving dishes like Spanish paella its rich flavor and golden tint and has long been a reputable spice ...

The world’s most expensive plant, saffron, is as delicate as it is valuable. Each purple flower blooms for less than three ...

KABUL, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) -- Afghanistan has exported 38 tons of saffron in 2025, generating more than 67.5 million U.S. dollars ...