Just a little over two years ago, Steem was selling at $0.158 but now Steem currently trades at $1.57 a ten times multiple in appreciation in the value of steem. To those lucky early investors, congratulate yourselves for joining the wagon that super early.
Despite the spamming and scams going on, vote buying, rewardpool raping and Grumpy Whales fighting; Steem still looks stronger and in for a very long run. Be advised to invest if you have the money or create quality contents to mine it with your Creativity.