Yes, cows can be luxury items too. A Brahman bull named Diamond Duke was sold for a rumored $500,000 in 2019. But the truly insane one? Missy, the Holstein cow, who was bought for $1.2 million. She was the most expensive cow ever sold at auction.
Why? Because she was a “superior” milk producer and her genetics were used to clone other cows. So, basically, she was a living, mooing factory. I’m not saying she was a better investor than your dad, but she definitely had better net worth. (Imagine the argument over whose turn it was to pay for vet bills.)
The Fish That Swims in a Gold-Plated Bowl
Let’s not forget the water-dwellers. The most expensive fish ever sold was an Asian Arowana, a “dragon fish” that went for $300,000. This bony, prehistoric-looking creature is considered a symbol of luck in feng shui. It’s also an endangered species, so owning one requires a microchip and a permit.
Top 25 Most Expensive Animals in the World - YouTube
Some owners actually buy these fish for good fortune in business. So, while you’re stressing over rent, some CEO in Singapore is dropping a quarter-million on a fish that stares at him all day. I wonder if it gives stock tips? (Spoiler: It does not. It just eats crickets.)
