Triangular bird's-nest cups are a familiar and relatively affordable shape, making them popular for everyday consumption. But how much does a triangular cup cost per gram? This article looks at the typical price range.

In ancient times, edible bird's nests held a very important position, being highly nutritious and a tribute to the imperial court. Not everyone knows edible bird's nests from modern historical dramas; before that, people had already been consuming them. In ancient times, edible bird's nests were very important and highly nutritious. But what you might not know is that the main production area of edible bird's nests is actually not in China. Today, there are many domestic brands of edible bird's nests, but their source is not China, it is Southeast Asia. Edible bird's nests became known to Chinese people because Zheng He brought them back during his voyages. Currently, the main producer of edible bird's nests is Indonesia, accounting for about 80% of the total production. Other producing countries include the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, etc. High-quality edible bird's nests generally come from Indonesia, so the price of Indonesian edible bird's nests also fluctuates significantly.

Generally speaking, the market price of triangle-shaped nests ranges from several tens of yuan per gram. Some major brands' triangle nests may be slightly higher in price, but not exceeding 50 yuan. Based on this calculation, the price of one catty of triangle nests ranges from 17,500 yuan to 20,000 yuan, not exceeding 25,000 yuan.
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Surplus bird's nest can first be assessed from photos showing cup integrity, colour, dryness and any signs of dampness or unusual odour.
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