Sesame Seed
Estimated value as of 2026 · Typical US retail extrapolation from bulk wholesale prices (~$2.40/kg) and standard spice jar pricing[1][6][9]
Sesame seeds are small, oval-shaped seeds from the Sesamum indicum plant, commonly used as a spice and ingredient in cooking for their nutty flavor and crunch.
Fun fact Sesame seeds are one of the oldest condiments known, cultivated for over 5,000 years and mentioned in ancient Sumerian texts[9].
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