Extinct Huia Feather Sets World Record at New Zealand Auction
The feather, sacred to Māori culture, sold for $28,400, exceeding gold's value by weight
- The huia feather fetched $28,400, becoming the most expensive feather ever sold.
- The feather's value per gram is 40 times higher than gold's current price.
- Huia feathers were historically worn by Māori chiefs and considered highly prestigious.
- The bird went extinct in the early 20th century due to overhunting and habitat loss.
- The feather remains in New Zealand, restricted by government regulations on cultural artifacts.
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