I agree with you, but I believe that history is full of lessons to be learned. History is a clue to things that may/will happen in the future. IMO
For example: as a small time breeder(it is a hobby that my wife and I enjoy), I know that bumble bees will be in the $300 range before long(IMO again).

I read in a book on boas: the reptile business(selling reptiles for pets)is fickle
I interpret this as: high prices on expensive morphs are temporary

I do believe combos and new morphs should command high prices. Who do you think is willing to pay these high prices? I'd say if an average hobbyist(not a millionaire looking for an exotic show peice) pays for a $5,000(example only) snake, that hobbyist is a breeder or has every intention of becoming a breeder.

I did enjoy the read. I wish I could sell ball pythons and boas produced by me for the prices I've paid for their parents.