Are shutters usually this expensive for two front windows?

[StealthFrog]

I've been looking at shutters for the 2 front windows of my home. I don't know if it's the usual, but the price has shocked me. Quotes around 1400-1700. Seems excessive for 1 small and 1 large window.

That said, never had them before.
Now thinking if there are any other options. We have blinds currently.

I like the look of our shutters but they definitely don’t block out light very well if that’s important to you.

I love the look of shutters. My DF has them in their house and they were really good in the heat of the summer but they do not block the light out all that well.