Densuke watermelon sells for $3500 in Japan auction

Posted June 11, 2014 11:17 am.

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A Densuke watermelon was sold for $3500 (USD) in an auction in Japan. The fruits are famous for their black skin, sweet flesh and typically fetch a high price. Here’s what they look like.

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