Everybody makes mistakes, but some are more high stakes than others. The next time you commit an error and you’re upset about it, remember that things can always be worse, as shown by these incredibly expensive mishaps. It’s not the end of the world to make a mistake— but that doesn’t mean it’s not going to break the bank. From losing the NSA orbiter in space to forgetting the Starbucks cup in the episode of a previously well-known TV show, there are some mishaps that came with a very high cost.
For those of you wondering what they are, here are the 16 most costly mistakes ever made.
