Rare Jimothy Rookie Card Sells for $21,100 at eBay Auction

A 13-year-old Seattle Mariners fan sold a rare rookie card featuring a raccoon named Jimothy for $21,100 on eBay. The one-of-one gold card was part of a giveaway during a Mariners promotion on August 5, where the first 20,000 fans received Jimothy rookie cards. The bidding for the card began at 99 cents and attracted 100 bids before closing at the final price on Sunday night. The Mariners confirmed that the card was among thousands distributed during the promotion, which capitalized on Jimothy's popularity as a local celebrity in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. Jimothy, who has a condition known as Short Spine Syndrome, gained fame through videos shared online showing him wandering the area. The proceeds from the sale are expected to contribute to Abby's college fund, according to fan pages.