Young Mariners fan lands ultra-rare ‘Jimothy’ card that sells for $20,100

A one-of-a-kind card featuring the viral raccoon “Jimothy” sold at auction on eBay last month for $20,100, a sale that caught the attention of collectors and fans.

As Bleacher Report reports, the card ended up in the hands of a 13-year-old fan during the “Jimothy” celebrations at the Seattle Mariners game that ended 4-2 against the Detroit Tigers on August 5; her family told the Seattle Times the auction money will go into a college fund.

The story reflects the huge interest in memorabilia tied to viral phenomena and shows that rare items can fetch high prices on the online collectibles market.

Bleacher Report notes the sale underscores how valuable a unique item with viral provenance can be, while the family plans to use the sum to support the young fan’s education.