Editor's note: Ounce per ounce, it’s more expensive than gold. With a distinctive and delicate taste and myriad health benefits, this treasured spice is labor-intensive to harvest, needing to be hand-picked from the crocus flowers that produce it. There’s a lot of fake saffron on the market, especially in ground form, so make sure to buy from a reputable source! In the meantime, enjoy some gorgeous Saffron wallpapers.