The Black Watermelon
The Black Watermelon
A jumbo black watermelon that was auctioned in Japan fetched a record $6,100, making it one of the most expensive watermelons ever sold in that country.
The 17-pound, black-skinned Densuke watermelon, a variety grown only on the northern island of Hokkaido, was purchased by a marine products dealer who said that he wanted to support local agriculture.
In a society where melons are a luxury item commonly given as gifts, the watermelon's hefty price tag followed another jaw-dropping auction last month, when a pair of Yubari cantaloupe melons sold for a record $23,500.
And what makes a watermelon worth $200, much less $6,000?
One commentator says it's the unusual black skin and unparalleled taste. "It's a watermelon, but it's not the same," he said.
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how much for
A watermelon dipped in chocolate.
Maybe dipped in chocolate after it is cut up.
Heh!
Yeah, it wouldn't be much good if you dipped it before it was cut up -- unless you enjoy eating the rinds. :)
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You know what they say about black watermelons - once you go black you never go back.