a king's chaff is worth more than other men's corn
a king's chaff is worth more than other men's corn
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used to imply that something associated with a person in a position of power is perceived as more valuable than the same thing associated with someone of lesser status, regardless of its actual worth
Proverb
例
The real estate agent knew that the house was not the most impressive, but because it had once belonged to a famous musician, she was certain that it would sell for a higher price. As they say, a king's chaff is worth more than other men's corn.
