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Matthew 13:46
When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.
from The Parables of the Treasure and the Pearl, Matthew 13:44-46
What it says

He finds a pearl of great value and buys it after selling all he has.

What it is doing

The pearl justifies total exchange.

In context

44The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field. 45Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. 46When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.