When I orderd from Tristans, I ordered 2 of the 24 spool boxes. Total, with shipping to US, was $110. A lot of money to sink into thread, yes - but since I use Aurifil anyhow and pay $9.50 - $10.50/spool locally, $2.30/spool was too good a deal to pass up. While I will use much of it myself, some spools will also be given to friends and probably a couple will end up in my guild Christmas package. I can't buy C&C for $2.30/spool, so I'm very happy!