Mariners’ Raccoon Mascot Card Surges Past $12,000 on eBay

A unique piece of sports memorabilia connected to the Seattle Mariners’ viral mascot, Jimothy, has rapidly gained value on the secondary market. A 13-year-old fan named Abby, who won a 1-of-1 gold rookie card during a recent giveaway, listed the item on eBay Inc., where bidding has accelerated significantly in recent days.

The auction for the card, which features the oddly shaped raccoon from Ballard, has climbed past $12,000. Early in the week, the auction had attracted 68 bids with a price point of $5,400. However, momentum increased shortly thereafter, with an additional 13 bids pushing the total value to $12,300 within roughly 24 hours. The listing is set to conclude this Sunday evening.

The card was part of a larger promotion held during two “Jimothy Nights” at T-Mobile Park on August 5 and 7. The Mariners distributed 20,000 cards total to fans, featuring various tiers of rarity. While base cards and parallel versions numbered to 2,000 were common, the gold parallel was unique. The back of the card includes a humorous bio, noting Jimothy throws “on all fours” and lists “No, it’s a raccoon” under the batting category.

The events surrounding the card release drove significant engagement for the ballclub. Both special ticket offers sold out ahead of the games, leading the organization to schedule a second night to accommodate demand. During the matchups, fans also reported seeing a live raccoon in the stadium rafters, further fueling the narrative that Jimothy was supporting the team from above.

Currently, eBay Inc. shares are trading at $104.20, reflecting a slight decline of 0.76% from the previous close. The company operates marketplace platforms that connect buyers and sellers globally, providing the infrastructure for high-value collectible auctions like this one.

What to watch

• The final auction price for the 1-of-1 Jimothy gold card when bidding ends Sunday.
• Future Mariners promotional ticket sales and demand for similar theme nights.

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