Arko is only $0.99 on Amazon right now. Just search Arko it comes up on top.
I know the sticks are supposed to last a lot longer but I've seen the cream tubes for >$5 with shipping at shaveabuck. This doesn't seem all that great. Maybe the stick is miraculous compared to the cream?
I ordered 6 sticks $11 total out the door. That should last me for awhile.
Why not order 12 sticks and ask them to ship you a box. The box itself is made for shelf display and if you like the old school packaging , you'll love the box. I've used quite a few soaps , none beat Arko.