[miltonyorkcastle]

Based on their raw value, yes, 5k for a box of eggs is too much. But, as has been mentioned, it is not too much in light of demand. The more someone wants something, the more they'll pay.

Point and case: Cole used to make a fair bit of money selling mahogany. when he started selling it, he old it for about 150 per branch. That was until a bunch more people discovered he was selling it, and starting wanting it, and lots of it. In response, Cole raised the price by 50 gp, to 200 per branch. He kept doing this as more and more people started bothering him for it, until he was charging (and getting) 300 gold per branch. Now, demand on mahogany has leveled off a bit, and the current price sits around 200 per branch. (and if you're reading this and are thinking of buying maho from Cole, think again, as he doesn't sell the stuff anymore. If you want to buy some, visit the QTA store)

So, if you think 5k for a box of eggs is too much, then don't pay 5k for a box of eggs. And don't worry, that price won't stay around for too long. Inflation burns out as fast as it blows up, so in time the price will drop back down to something a bit more reasonable.