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10 Most Expensive Items Ever Sold On eBay: Top Spot Bought For $168M in 2024

What is the most expensive item ever sold on eBay? It turns out even billionaires drop by eBay for deals. Russian oil magnate Roman Abramovich bought a 405-foot yacht worth $168 million after seeing it on the popular online marketplace. We’ve updated our most expensive eBay list for 2024 and the items cannot be as further apart as you can see below:

• Gigayacht – $168 million
• Gulfstream II – $4.9 million
• Lunch with Warren Buffett – $2.6 million
• The Town of Albert, TX – $2.5 millon
• House With a War-Proof Bunker – $2.1 million
• The Town of Bridgeville, CA – $1.77 million
• Honus Wagner Baseball Card – $1.1 million
• Ferrari Enzo – $1 million
• Shoeless Joe Jackson’s Baseball Bat – $577,610
• Ian Usher’s ‘Life’ – $309,292

eBay is one of the pioneers of online commerce and this site empowers lay individuals to buy, sell, and trade items online from anywhere, anytime. The website began operations in September 1995 and has since seen been the venue where many quirky as well as expensive items have been sold.

Let’s take a look first at the  funniest, zaniest, and weirdest items ever sold on eBay as revealed by Independent.co.uk. To start, a grilled cheese sandwich that has the face of Virgin Mary sold for $28k in 2004. People have even put up for sale haunted items like a “ghost in a jar” and a “possessed” rubber duck. If you have a philosophical bent of mind, you might be surprised o know that the “meaning of life” is worth just $3.26 as indicated by a sale in 2000.

People will do anything to possess collectibles of their favorite movie or pop stars. A Britney Spears fan shelled out $14k to buy a chewing gum spat out by the star during a concert in 2000. Justin Timberlake is another popular music figure and one of his fans had no hesitation in coughing up $1,025 to buy the pop sensation’s half-eaten sandwich. If you are enterprising like Andrew Fischer, a web designer from Nebraska, you can make good money by showcasing ads on your body. Fischer received $37,375 to display an ad for the snoring treatment SnoreStop on his forehead.  Finally, a British girl put up her virginity for sale to fund her college studies. A kind buyer gave the money but did not avail the offer to help out the young woman.

Statista.com indicates that eBay’s annual revenue was $9.567 billion in 2017 , up from $8.979 billion in 2016. The bulk of this revenue is generated via marketplace transaction fees. Top selling items on eBay include mobile phone screen protectors and cases, flashlights, bedsheets, and other everyday products. The highest average price for a category is $1,012 which is for industry and construction items.

Now let’s get down to the nitty gritty and begin our countdown of the most expensive items ever sold on eBay as of 2024.

10. Ian Usher’s ‘Life’ – $309,292

Would you sell your life on eBay whatever be the amount? Writer and travel enthusiast Ian Usher did just that and made $309k. He was struck by a mid-life crisis and therefore took the inspired decision to put up his life for sale. The money he got rejuvenated his life and he made a fresh start, traveled to many new places, and even wrote two books on his interesting experiences.

Ian Usher auctioned his entire life including friends, job, and car on eBay, Australia. It was perhaps the best decision of his life as he got a lot of money, traveled to dozens of countries, bought his own Caribbean island, and met a lovely woman who won his heart. Usher also got to meet maverick Richard Branson, owner of the Virgin business group. He made the most of life during his travels learning how to fly a plane, joining the Mile High Club, diving with sharks, and running with bulls. The best part is he also got a small role in a Hollywood film. In fact, life became one big one adventure for him as he met his goal of going through 100 new experiences in 100 weeks.

9. Shoeless Joe Jackson’s Baseball Bat – $577,610

Shoeless Joe Jackson is one of the legends of American baseball and he got his nickname when he once played without shoes which were giving him blisters. In 1919, he courted controversy when he was accused of throwing that year’s World Series to receive a bribe. In 2001, his nephew put up his Black Betsy bat for sale on eBay. The bat fetched $577,610 which puts it in this list of most expensive items ever sold on eBay.

The buyer was businessman Rob Mitchell who owns a marketing company and displays the bat in his offices. He thinks this is a good investment as he estimates the bat’s real worth to be between $1.7 million and $4 million. For the record, Mark McGwire’s 70 th home run ball fetched a record $3.05 million. Black Betsy was authenticated as the real thing by a bat expert. Other bats used by Babe Ruth and Shoeless Joe have gone for more than $100,000.

8. Ferrari Enzo – $1 million

Only 399 Ferrari Enzo supercars have been made which makes them a rare collectible. In 2004, one of these masterpieces went up for sale on eBay and attracted bids from automobile aficionados, car collectors, and other well-endowed adrenaline junkies. A Swiss gentleman won the prize by shelling out $1 million which was just $55 more than the next highest bid.

The price of this car model has since skyrocketed which makes it a great investment for the lucky winner. For instance, another Ferrari Enzo was put up for $3.2 million. Many experts estimate that even this amount is less and that the price of the car will continue to rise in value in the coming years.

7. Honus Wagner Baseball Card – $1.1 million

Baseball cards are much sought after by collectors and this rare Honus Wagner card went for $1.1 million in 2000. The American Tobacco Company issued only 200 Honus Wagner cards after the star dissociated himself with the company as he was against smoking and wished to convey this message to his fans. Baseball fan Brian Seigl parted with $1.1 million for this card which however pales before the $3.12 million fetched by a 1909-11 T206 Honus Wagner sold via Goldin Auctions.

The T206 Honus Wagner is considered the Holy Grail of baseball cards. It has repeatedly set record prices for a baseball card. A PSA 8 copy of the card owned previously by hockey star Wayne Gretzky sold for $2.8 million. So, Brian Seigl is onto a good thing as he can safely expect his investment to grow in value in the coming years.

6. The Town of Bridgeville, CA – $1.77 million

Real estate is a popular category on eBay. Big properties fetch huge amounts on this auction site. However, you may be surprised to learn that someone put up a whole town for sale on eBay. This private town is Bridgeville in California and it is spread over 83 acres and hosts just eight houses, a café, a post office, and 30 residents. This lot was put up for auction for $1.77 million by the owning Lapple family.

The town again went up for sale as the buyer named Krall wished to dispose it. He thinks the property is ideal for ventures such as a retreat center, corporation, college, movie company or religious group. If you are planning to venture into any of these activities, check out eBay to learn if Bridgeville, CA is still up for grabs.

5. House With a War-Proof Bunker – $2.1 million

Given the dire doomsday scenario in this nuclear age, it is good to be prepared for any eventuality. Realtors Bruce Francisco and Gregory Gibbons understood this reality and prepared a property in New York State’s Adirondack Mountains that was a former missile silo base. They built a luxurious house here whose highlight is a well-protected underground bunker that can keep you safe during war or any other emergency. They expected to make $18 million from the property but had to be satisfied with just the $2.1 million it fetched on eBay.

4. The Town of Albert, TX – $2.5 million

Insurance broker Bobby Cave made a handsome $2.5 million in 2003 by selling the small town of Albert, Texas that hosts just five residents. The town has a hoary history and functioned as a stop on the Fredericksburg-Blanco stage route as well as a hub in the President’s Ranch Trail.  Cave had bought the property for just $216k so he made a sizable profit from his smart investment.

Bobby Cave spent a lot of money to spruce up and restore the 13-acre town which is located 50 miles north of San Antonio. For instance, he constructed a tavern that is open on weekends and restored a public restroom, three-bedroom house, tractor shed, dance hall, and pavilion. In addition, Cave announced he will help the buyer to convert the property into a tourist destination by building cabins and a restaurant. His good intentions paid off and he made a decent sum for his efforts.

3. Lunch with Warren Buffett – $2.6 million

Warren Buffet is one of the richest men on the planet and time is precious for him. Plus, he is perhaps the savviest investor in history so anybody keen on making money by making smart investments will be eager to spend some time with him to pick his brain and gain sound advice on where to put their money. Buffet does his bit for charity by auctioning his lunch time once a year. In 2010, an anonymous bidder jumped on the opportunity and spent $2.6 million to have lunch with Buffet.

The proceeds from the annual lunch meetings are donated for a good cause. In fact, Buffet has raised more than $25 million via these lunch auctions. The standard place for this lunch is Smith and Wollensky steak house in New York City which also donates a sizable amount to charity. However, the venue has moved elsewhere depending on the preferences of the anonymous winners.

2. Gulfstream II – $4.9 million

Jets are an expensive investment and in 2001 an Africa-based charter flights firm shelled out a whopping $4.9 million to buy a Gulfstream II plane on eBay. The aircraft was offered by Texas-based Tyler Jet and it includes luxury facilities for 12 passengers. At that time, this was the most expensive online purchase on eBay beating the previous record of $1.65 million.

eBay’s aviation category has listed a number of aircraft for sale including those owned by celebrities such as former US president John F. Kennedy and Hollywood star John Travolta. The aviation category also lists parts, engines, pilot gear, avionics equipment, memorabilia, and clothing.

1. Gigayacht – $168 million

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich shelled out an astronomical $168 million to buy the 405-feet-long Gigayacht designed by naval architect Frank Mulder. The marine craft is the last word in luxury as it hosts a helicopter pad, retractable glass elevator, spa, office area, movie theater, jetstream swimming pool, gym, eight guest cabins, children’s cabin, 10 multilevel VIP suites, and a 3,000 sq. ft. master suite on the deck.

The transaction was completed with Florida-based 4Yacht brokerage firm. Other amenities on the yacht include a ski boat stored in the garage and two large guest tenders. In addition, there is facility for a submarine to be launched via dry dock. The yacht has a cruising speed of 16 knots and can reach a maximum speed of knots. The manufacturers sell the craft for $196.5 million, so Abramovich saved a lot of money by spending just $168 million on it. He is an oil magnate in Russia and is also known for his business ventures in the UK. Abramovich collects luxury yachts as a hobby so it is not surprising that he decided to invest in this expensive item.

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The 25 Most Expensive Things Ever Sold on eBay

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To celebrate their 25th anniversary, eBay has published a four-part series that takes a look at shopping over the last quarter century on their marketplace. In the inforgraphic below, eBay shares the 25 most expensive things ever sold on their marketplace.

From a $168 million Gigayacht to a Magic The Gathering ‘Black Lotus’ Card for $250,000, these are the most expensive sales ever on the site.

Since the infographic was light on any actual information about the item or listing, I’ve added a few tidbits below for your enjoyment.

You can also take a look at the other 3 parts in the 25th anniversary series: 25 Most Iconic Moments , 25 Years of Collecting , and 25 Years of Passions and Interests .

The Gigayacht Sold for $168 Million USD

The most expensive item ever sold on eBay was a 405-ft megayacht designed by Frank Mulder. It was purchased for a staggering $168 million USD by Russian billionaire and oligarch, Roman Abramovich.

Features include: 3,000 sq. ft. master suite on the main deck, 10 multilevel VIP suites with panoramic windows, eight guest rooms, a children’s cabin, a gym, office area, movie theater, spa, retractable glass elevator, a jetstream swimming pool, a movie theater and a helicopter pad.

Lunch with Warren Buffett Sold for $4,567,888 USD

For $4,567,888, a lunch with the Oracle of Omaha was auctioned off on eBay to benefit GLIDE, a nonprofit that provides programs and services to those in need in San Francisco, California. This was the most expensive purchase in 2019 according to eBay, and also served as the most expensive charity purchase ever on the site.

Justin Sun, founder of blockchain platform TRON, purchased the lunch with Buffett.

The Town of Albert, Texas Sold for $2.5 Million USD

Located roughly 100 km (62 miles) outside of San Antonio, Albert is a 13-acre ghost town that once had a population of 50 in 1925. The town was sold on eBay in 2007 and features an icehouse created from the frame of the old general store, a pavilion, an 85-year-old dance hall, a tractor shed and a three-bedroom house, together with peach and pecan orchards.

Albert dates to the late 1800s and originally qualified as a town because it used to have a post office.

All Star Comics #8 Sold for $936,223 USD

Originally sold for $0.10 in 1941, All Star Comics #8 was sold in 2017 for a staggering $936,223 USD. The comic is notable because it contains the first appearance of Wonder Woman, as well as her origin story.

With a 9.4 CGC grade, it’s the highest Certified Guaranty Company-graded copy of this issue known, with the closest competition rated at 9.0, which was good enough to earn $411,001 at auction in 2016.

Elvis Presley’s Baby Grand Piano Sold for $375,190 USD

Elvis Presley’s 1912 Wm. Knab & Co. white baby grand piano was sold in 2017 to coincide with the 40th anniversary of his death. The historic piano has been played and recorded on by musical legends for almost a century, starting with Duke Ellington in the 1930’s. Upon purchasing it in 1957, Elvis had it refinished to his personal specifications, then kept it in his home where it was used frequently for personal practice, performances and jam sessions for years to come.

A portion of the proceeds from the piano were donated to benefit the Starkey Hearing Foundation, providing hearing aids to children and people in need around the world.

Black Lotus Magic Card Sold for $250,000 USD

Earlier this year, the most expensive Magic: The Gathering card ever was sold on eBay. It was a mint condition Black Lotus from the limited-edition Alpha set, was was the very first printing of Magic cards ever made.

The card itself also received the highest possible grading from Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA 10). The last similar sale on eBay was for a PSA 9.5 Black Lotus that fetched $200,000 USD.

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This superyacht is the most expensive item ever sold on eBay

Published on Jun 5, 2023 at 4:48PM (UTC+4)

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Last updated on Jun 7, 2023 at 8:47AM (UTC+4)

Everyone knows eBay’s the place to go to sell your unwanted items.

As well as making some cash on the side, it’s a good place to grab a bargain, too.

But there is one side of eBay many of us will likely never see.

READ MORE! Man reveals eye-watering costs of maintaining his $5 million superyacht

Apparently, even billionaires are fond of seeking a good deal on the online auction and shopping website .

One such billionaire is Roman Abramovich, who has the record for spending the most buck on eBay after buying a 405-feet long superyacht.

In case you’re not familiar with the name, Abramovich made his wealth in the oil industry and also made a name for himself in the UK, where he owned Chelsea Football Club.

The Frank Mulder-designed Gigayacht isn’t your ‘average’ superyacht, though – if there’s such a thing.

The luxury yacht comes decked out with its own spa, swimming pool, gym, movie theatre, helicopter pad and then some.

There’s a 3,000 sq. ft. master suite on the main deck, 10 multilevel suites with panoramic windows, eight guest rooms, and children’s cabin.

It also has two large guest tenders and a ski boat stored in the garage.

A submarine can be launched via a dry dock, too.

Gigayacht has a cruising speed of 16 knots and maximum speed of 20 knots, possible with two 4,300 kW Caterpillar engines.

Interestingly, when it was first listed on eBay, the superyacht had yet to be built and delivery was set for a future date.

As the story goes, Abramovich wasn’t the first to bid on Gigayacht, with one other person placing a bid, albeit a mere $10. 

In the end, the superyacht sold for $168 million, which is significantly more than the second-most-expensive item to sell on eBay.

The second-most-expensive item ever sold on the site was a Gulfstream II luxury plane with space for 12 passengers, which sold for just over $5 million.

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Published June 18, 2008 · Updated January 11, 2014

The Frank Mulder Gigayacht is claimed by many to be the most expensive item ever sold on eBay for an eye-popping, purchase price of $168,000,000.

The Gigayacht was designed by Naval architect Frank Mulder of Mulder Design.

Now, a Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich owns this beauty. The ultra-luxury yacht boasts of luxurious master suite on deck that features luxury office area, salon, cinema room, fitness room, two person cabin for children, body guards.

The stunning yacht also features helicopter garage in the bow with retractable elevator, two fabulous multi-level VIP Suites with panoramic windows, sixteen luxurious oversized guest cabins.

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With upwards of $172.4 million spent on eBay for a luxury yacht or the town of Albert in Texas being for $2.57 million , it can leave many wondering how to sell on eBay?

Over 18.3 million sellers are on eBay and put products up for sale with the American multinational ecommerce company. Although slowing down in its popularity the platform still had 138 million active users last year – and it is still a great place for high-priced items, let’s look at some for inspiration.

1. A Luxury Yacht Owned by a Chelsea Manager

Number one in the research was a Gigayacht sold for $172.4 million , to Roman Abramovich. This state-of-the-art boat comes with 16,000 nautical miles, a helicopter pad (with its own elevator), a spa, gym, swimming pool, movie theatre, and ten VIP rooms with panoramic windows. That’s not too shabby when you consider that buying a regular home in Manhattan on average costs $1.3 million.

2. A Luxury Aircraft

The second high-ticket item was the luxury aircraft Gulfstream II coming in at a far cheaper, but still eye-popping, over $5 million. Instead of grabbing a bowing flight and sitting behind children who like to kick your seat, an Africa-based charter flights firm bought this vintage 1960s designed plane via eBay. As you can imagine, it is not the peak of modern technology, with loud engines and an expensive one to maintain – particularly with fuel costs on the rise. But this roomy twelve passenger flight can be seen sold on eBay, along with others previously owned by John Travolta and even former president J.F. Kennedy.

3. Lunch with Warren Buffet

Next is our particular favorite, having lunch with Warren Buffet for $3.6 million – that’s one expensive lunch. Rub shoulders and share bread roles with the American business magnate, philanthropist, and investor – who’s been selling his lunch hour each year on eBay since 2000. Always exceeding a $2 million bid, this year nearly hitting the $4 million mark – the good news is your money doesn’t go to waste on an already rich man, but instead, all the proceeds get donated to charity.

4. Albert Einstein’s ``God Letter``

If yachts and lunch seem excessive, here’s one that does seem actually high value – Albert Einstein’s ‘God Letter’ was sold on eBay for $3 million . The incredible mind behind the theory of relativity and a lot of our understanding of physics wrote a letter in 1954, to the philosopher Eric Gutkind. It includes his thoughts on God, Judaism, and specifically the bible.

The great thinker’s letter is one discussing his thoughts on religion with insights into his more atheist point of view. Although he did have a more intermediate view that “the fanatical atheists whose intolerance is of the same kind as the intolerance of the religious fanatics, comes from the same source.” Now an anonymous owner has the God letter, but once it had nearly belonged to Richard Dawkins, if he had not been outbid in an auction for the letter in 2008.

5. An Entire Town in Texas

Last, and least financially, but not at all least – is the town of Albert, Texas for $2.57 million . A tiny town of five residents, and smaller than your average street, was sold on eBay in 2003. Insurance broker Bobby Cave made a profit of $2.36 million on this small town all thanks to eBay bidding – proving that you can sell anything on eBay and potentially turn a high profit.

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One man’s trash is very often another man’s treasure on eBay, which has been selling head-scratching items since 1995. But eBay is a place for a lot more than just cheap, used curling irons and vintage newspapers.

There are high rollers out there, and they’ve been known to spend a king’s ransom to acquire the best luxury goods from the e-commerce site. Wondering what kind of money these people are dropping? From baseball cards to entire towns, here are 10 of the most expensive things ever sold on eBay.

1. Gigayacht

Sold for:  $168 million

Roman Abramovich, a Russian billionaire, must have been staring at an empty dock for a while now, because the 168 milly  he shelled out for a 400-foot yacht is no joke. Naturally, the thing is the full pinnacle of luxury, boasting spacious decks, upscale accommodations, spas, fine dining, state-of-the-art gym equipment, and plenty more.

2. The Gulfstream II Private Jet

Sold for:  $4.9 million

“Just under five million for a private business jet? Feels like a no-brainer. How are you supposed to conduct all your business if you don’t have a private jet? Meet at some local Panera like a couple of college students? No way.”

These are what I presume to be the thoughts of the buyer .

3. Lunch With Warren Buffet

Sold for:  $4.5 million

At least this one was for charity , since Warren Buffet does an annual auction for lunch. Word on the street is that you’re probably going to Smith and Wollensky for steaks, where a prime cut ain’t too far off from the price of the auction itself.

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4. The Albert Einstein 'God Letter'

Sold for:  $3.2 million

If you’re a history buff or a lover of artifacts, the idea of a handwritten note from Albert Einstein is probably pretty appealing. This one in particular contains a whole lot of musings on religion and philosophy. A private collector dropped a pretty penny  to “preserve” it.

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5. Albert, Texas

Sold for:  $2.5 million

Albert, Texas, is tiny — its population was listed at a whopping seven people in 2015 — but that didn’t stop a private investor from dropping two and a half million bucks to acquire it . It’s very bizarre to live in a world where you can buy U.S. cities on the same website that you can buy a bunch of '90s Xena tapes.

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6. A House With an Indestructible Bunker

Sold for:  $2.1 million

Nuclear apocalypse be damned! The survival enthusiast that sold this made sure it would be ready to rock against any sort of world-ending chaos. People may have laughed when the winning bidder spent a couple million, but this was probably amazing to have during Lockdown 2020.

7. Honus Wagner Baseball Card

Sold for:  $1.1 million

There were only 200 of these made, and it's often referred to as the Holy Grail of baseball cards . Apparently, these cards were produced by the American Tobacco Company until Honus Wagner took a stance against smoking. 

8. Allsopp’s Arctic Ale

Sold for:  $503,000

Beer isn’t like other spirits; you’re not gonna see crystal-engraved glass like you do in some of the other most expensive bottles of alcohol ever sold . It’s rare to see a beer sell for more than five grand, but it’s also rare to find a beer that was brewed in 1852  for an Arctic expedition. Yet, here we are.

9. The Original Hollywood Sign

Sold for:  $450,000

The original Hollywood sign first went up in the late '20s, but by the end of the '70s, it was deteriorating and needed to be replaced. The city of LA sold it  to raise money for restoration efforts, and as you can imagine, the bidding was fierce. Too bad the “Land,” the original end of the word, wasn’t part of it.

10. Ian Usher’s Life

Sold for:  $309,000

In today’s edition of things I wish I thought of, a travel writer named Ian Usher decided to “sell” his entire life on eBay, including his house, job, and possessions, in order to get a fresh start. How did that go for him, you ask? Well, he bought his own Caribbean island . So, pretty well, it seems.

Our History

AuctionWeb is Born

After spending Labor Day weekend at home writing code on his personal computer, eBay founder Pierre Omidyar launches AuctionWeb, a site "dedicated to bringing together buyers and sellers in an honest and open marketplace."

Pierre's First Sale

Canadian Mark Fraser purchased the first item that eBay founder Pierre Omidyar listed on the site in 1995 -- a broken laser pointer.

Pez Dispenser Myth

A story is circulated that Pierre created eBay to help his wife collect Pez candy dispensers . Later, it’s revealed that the story was a fabricated one.

Our First Employee

Pierre hires employee #1, Chris Agarpao, to help coordinate the fast-growing company’s online operations. Over twenty years later, Chris is still an eBay employee.

$7.2 Million Worth of Goods Sold

The total value of merchandise sold on AuctionWeb reaches $7.2 million.

Our First President

Pierre quits his day job to devote himself fulltime to his innovative auction website and brings Jeff Skoll on board as President.

Our First Office

Pierre and Jeff rent a small suite (#250) at 1025 Hamilton Avenue in San Jose, CA, in what’s now known as Building 6 (Music) on the current eBay campus.

Beanie Babies Craze

Beanie Babies, Ty Warner’s line of cuddly stuffed animals, take the world by storm. $500 million worth are sold on eBay alone, representing more than 6% of our total volume.

Seller Feedback Introduced

We introduce Feedback Forum, allowing our members to rate their transactions and create a virtual community of openness and confidence.

Millionth Item Sold

We sell our millionth item! A Big Bird jack-in-the-box toy from PBS’ Sesame Street.

eBay is Born

AuctionWeb is officially renamed eBay.

Meg Whitman Joins eBay

Business leader Meg Whitman joins as President and CEO.

The launch of "My eBay" customizes the eBay experience.

One of the First Acquisitions

We make an early acquisition, adding Jump Inc. and its person-to-person online trading site, Up4Sale.

eBay Goes Public

After a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) in September, we list shares on NASDAQ under the symbol EBAY. Expected to trade for $18, our shares shatter expectations and reach $53.50 in just one day.

eBay Foundation Established

The eBay Foundation becomes the first corporate foundation to be endowed with pre-IPO stock. Since then, it has given over $76 million to nonprofit organizations worldwide.

Site Outage and Lessons Learned

On June 10, 1999, the site goes down. In the middle of the night, CEO Meg Whitman rallies more than 50 engineers from eBay and SunMicrosystems to fix the problem. Less than 20 hours later since the outage began, eBay is back up and open for business.

Global Expansion

We launch sites in Germany, Australia and the U.K. As of today, eBay is available in 180 countries. 

eBay Office Expands

We continue growing in the U.S. and around the world! In San Jose, the company moves into additional buildings at our current headquarters, then known as eBay Park.

Introducing eBay Motors

We launch eBay Motors, the online automotive marketplace. In 2006, eBay Motors sold its 2 millionth passenger vehicle.

Opening eBay University

We hold our first eBay University course, teaching users how to become master sellers. The format proves to be a huge success, and eBay University classes continue to be offered around the world today.

Half.com joins eBay

We announce we will buy Half.com, making it easier than ever to sell your movies, music, books and games online.

Introducing “Buy It Now”

We introduce a new fixed-price feature, "Buy It Now," which allows users to buy an item instantly at a set price.

The eBay API

Our first Application Programming Interface (API) goes live. Now developers across the world can harness the power of eBay by building their own custom interfaces with unique functionality.

Auctioning Very Old Levi’s

The oldest known pair of Levi’s sells on eBay for more than $46,000 to Levi Strauss & Co., making fashion history.

Introducing eBay Stores

eBay Stores, a new online storefront directory, launches as a way for people to have their own customized online businesses for just a few dollars a month.

A Jet Sells for Millions

A Gulfstream jet sells for $4.9 million, setting a new price record for eBay.

Auction for America

We unveil Auction for America, enabling more than 100,000 users to raise over $10 million for the victims of September 11 and their families. To date, our Giving Works program has supported over 30,000 charities. 

First eBay Live! Conference

Anaheim, California hosts the first eBay Live! Conference, bringing together sellers, buyers, journalists, developers, and lovers of all things eBay for action-packed days of learning and networking. 

eBay Acquires PayPal

We purchase PayPal, unifying the web’s largest marketplace and an innovative system for secure and hassle-free payment. Being part of eBay Inc. for more than a decade enabled PayPal's strong growth and global leadership position in digital payments. Together, PayPal and eBay’s strong synergies benefit both businesses for years. PayPal is spun off 13 years later into an independent company in July 2015.

eBay Giving Works: $500 Million

Since 2003,  eBay Giving Works  has raised over $500 million for charities.

PayPal Buyer Protection

eBay transactions become even more secure as PayPal’s Buyer Protection services are implemented for all transactions on the site.

Weird Al Premieres “eBay” Song

Weird Al performs his new song “eBay” at eBay Live! in Orlando, FL. The song goes on to become a major hit.

"eBay Bible" Published

The Official eBay Bible by Jim Griffith, Employee #11, is published.

Fortune’s List: 8th Fastest Growing Company

We grab some worldwide recognition by claiming the 8th spot on Fortune's list of Fastest Growing Companies.

Dream Big, Save Big

We launch the Dream Big, Save Big  campaign to support small business buying on eBay.

The Power of All of Us

We launch our North America brand campaign, The Power of All of Us , celebrating the power of e-commerce and built on the idea that people are basically good.

Jeff Jordan Named PayPal President

Jeff Jordan, Senior Vice President and general manager of eBay North America, is named President of PayPal. 

Rent.com joins eBay

We announce our agreement to acquire Rent.com, the leading website for rental housing in the U.S. In 2012, we sell Rent.com to Primedia.

We welcome John Donahoe as eBay Marketplaces President

John Donahoe is named President of eBay Marketplaces. He goes on to serve as President and CEO of eBay from 2008-2015.

eBay Creates Kijiji

We launch a local classified advertising site called Kijiji. Named for the Swahili word for “village,” Kijiji connects users with their neighbors in search of goods and services in almost a dozen countries. Kijiji is now a part of eBay Classifieds.

eBay Acquires Gumtree

Expanding our classifieds presence, we purchase Gumtree, a leading global classified-listing site.

10 years and counting!

We celebrate our 10 th birthday!

Main Street Launches

Our Main Street program launches as a grassroots community of e-commerce advocates interested in how public policy may affect their ability to buy and sell online. Today, the global network numbers over 275,000 members!

eBay Acquires Skype

We complete our acquisition of pioneering Internet communications company Skype. In 2009, we sell Skype  to a group of investors while retaining a 30% stake in the company.

United Nations Global Compact

We join the United Nations Global Compact, the largest voluntary corporate responsibility initiative in the world, demonstrating our belief in the power of business to drive positive social and environmental impact.

Gigayacht: Most Expensive Item Sold on eBay

A Frank Mulder designed gigayacht becomes the most expensive item ever sold on eBay, auctioning off for $168 million, according to news reports.

PayPal Goes Mobile

PayPal debuts its first mobile application, allowing millions of PayPal users to send money on the go.  In 2008, PayPal launches a mobile app for iOS, making it one of the first apps to launch in the Apple app store for the iPhone.

Rajiv Dutta Named PayPal President

Rajiv Dutta is the new President of PayPal. He previously served as President of Skype.

eBay Acquires StubHub

We purchase StubHub and become the world's largest online marketplace for tickets.

eBay Green Team

The eBay Green Team starts with 40 passionate San Jose based employees. Since then, Green Teams have taken root with thousands of employees who promote sustainable business practices, inspire environmentally conscious actions and volunteer for green projects in their communities.

New PayPal President: Scott Thompson

PayPal’s Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President, Scott Thompson, is named President.

John Donahoe Named eBay Inc. CEO

John Donahoe, business leader and President of eBay Marketplaces, succeeds Meg Whitman to become President and CEO of eBay Inc. He’s named the #1 Internet CEO by Institutional Investor magazine.

Top 100 Best Companies to Work For

Celebrated for our supportive work environment, eBay Inc. lands a coveted spot on Fortune magazine's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For (and again in 2009).

Greenest Building in San Jose

The PayPal campus becomes the greenest building in San Jose with the opening of the city’s first LEED® Gold-certified building. At the time of opening, the campus was also home to San Jose’s largest commercial solar installation to date.

PayPal’s 10th Anniversary

Happy 10 th birthday, PayPal! By its first decade, PayPal has 150 million accounts across 190 countries, with a total payment volume exceeding $60 billion.

eBay becomes an App

eBay is one of the first companies to launch an iPhone application and is featured during the Apple app store launch. Today, the app is available on other operating systems including Android. 

Lorrie Norrington Named eBay President

Lorrie Norrington becomes the new President of eBay Marketplaces.

National Medal of Technology & Innovation

eBay becomes the first Internet company to be awarded America’s highest honor for technological achievement, the National Medal of Technology & Innovation. The award recognizes our outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship worldwide.

eBay Adds Bill Me Later

We bring in the leading web-based payment platform Bill Me Later, offering buyers even greater flexibility in their online purchasing. Soon after, eBay and PayPal team up to offer customers a “Bill Me Later” option during checkout. Today, the service is known as PayPal Credit, joining PayPal Working Capital to offer consumers and businesses a powerful range of flexible credit solutions.

Jack Sheng Sets Record

Jack Sheng of eForcity Inc. sets an eBay Marketplaces record, becoming the first seller to receive a feedback score of 1,000,000. In honor of this, we named a conference room after him.

100% Rating from the Human Rights Campaign

In recognition of our commitment to a discrimination-free workplace, eBay receives a perfect 100% rating from the Human Rights Campaign – a distinction the company has continued to receive for every subsequent year until the present day.

Women’s Initiative Network (WIN)

We launch the WIN program to support women in building lasting, successful careers in the company. WIN also provides opportunities for women at all levels to learn, grow, and develop.

Top-Rated Seller Status

We begin recognizing outstanding sellers with our new Top-Rated Seller status, helping buyers find the eBay sellers who most consistently deliver exceptional customer service.

eBay Promotes Deals

eBay launches its Deals app, offering buyers and sellers great deals every day.

eBay comes to the iPad

eBay is on the iPad during its launch! Our new iPad app takes advantage of the tablet’s stunning visuals to build a beautiful and easily shoppable venue. The app is one of the first featured at the Apple keynote debuting the iPad.

eBay Adds Milo.com

We acquire Milo.com, a leader in web-based local product search, helping launch local products on eBay. 

The Opportunity Project Opens

Advancing our Social Innovation commitments, the eBay Foundation launches The Opportunity Project. Our signature grant-making program supports entrepreneurial solutions to expand economic opportunity in impoverished communities in the U.S. and emerging markets.

eBay Adds GSI Commerce (eBay Enterprise)

We announce the acquisition of ecommerce specialist GSI Commerce, now known as eBay Enterprise. eBay Enterprise provides commerce technologies, omni-channel operations and marketing solutions to brands and retailers of all sizes.

Ethisphere: World’s Most Ethical Companies

We’re honored to be named one of the world's most ethical companies by the Ethisphere Institute, a leading business ethics think tank. We will go on to receive this designation for four years straight.

Major Stake in GittiGidiyor

We announce that we will purchase a majority stake in Turkey’s principal online marketplace, GittiGidiyor .

eBay Acquires Magento

To facilitate even stronger open platforms, we announce we will acquire Magento, a leading toolset for open-source ecommerce.

eBay Acquires Zong

We expand our mobile capabilities and announce our acquisition of Zong, a leading mobile carrier billing-based payments platform.

eBay Welcomes Devin Wenig

Former Thomson Reuters Markets CEO Devin Wenig joins as President of eBay Marketplaces.

PayPal Here Announced

PayPal announces PayPal Here, the first mobile payment solution that allows small businesses to accept nearly any form of payment, no matter their size.

PayPal Welcomes David Marcus

Entrepreneur David Marcus , who came to eBay via the Zong acquisition, is named President of PayPal.

$3+ Million Power Lunch with Warren Buffett

The annual charity auction for a power lunch with Warren Buffett goes for a record $3.46 million.

Global Shipping Program Launched

We launch a Global Shipping Program , helping U.S. sellers grow their businesses by more easily shipping to international buyers. 

PayPal’s Working Capital Initiative

PayPal pilots its Working Capital initiative, a new loan program for Small Business. By the end of the year, Working Capital enables thousands of SMBs to borrow tens of millions of dollars. In 2014, the program expands to Australia and the U.K.

Braintree Acquisition

To strengthen PayPal’s online payment capabilities, we add an innovative payment platform, Braintree .

Bloom Energy Servers

Advancing our commitment to cleaner energy sources, we open the world’s first data center to use Bloom Energy Servers™ as the primary, on-site power source, instead of the traditional electric utility grid.

Digital Storefronts Unveiled

Pointing the way to the physical storefront of the future, we unveil three connected storefronts at San Francisco’s Westfield Shopping Mall. Customers can browse items in a virtual window, pay using PayPal, and arrange for free home delivery.

Machine Translation Tools

Our path-breaking Machine Translation Tools help drive cross-border commerce, enabling the company to reach consumers in markets like Russia and Latin America.

PayPal Available in 203 Countries

PayPal announces 10 new international markets and is now accessible in 203 countries.

eBay Joins with Sotheby’s

Proving that art isn’t only for the super rich, we join forces with Sotheby’s to offer mid-priced works of art in a virtual live-auction format.

Superman Comic Sold for $3.2 Million

A well-preserved copy of Superman #1 is sold for $3.2 million on eBay. It’s the most expensive comic book ever sold.

eBay and PayPal to Become Two New Companies

eBay and PayPal announce plans to become independent companies in 2015, enabling both to sharpen their strategic focus and hone in on innovative growth opportunities in their respective markets.

Welcoming Dan Schulman

Consumer brands expert Dan Schulman is named as PayPal’s President and CEO designee.

eBay Spins Off PayPal

eBay and PayPal trade as separate companies on Nasdaq stock exchange. 

Devin Wenig is eBay’s Fourth CEO

Tapped as our CEO Designee in 2014, Devin Wenig  takes over as eBay CEO.

eBay’s 20th Anniversary

Happy 20 th birthday, eBay!

eBay Inc. Completes Sale of eBay Enterprise

eBay Inc. completes the sale of eBay Enterprise to a consortium of businesses for $925 million.

Partnering with BigCommerce to Streamline Online Selling

The partnership allows BigCommerce merchants to seamlessly list their products and manage their inventory on eBay, opening up access to more than 169 million customers around the world .

eBay acquires Expertmaker

In an effort to advance our structured data initiative, eBay acquired Expertmaker, a leading artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data analytics firm.

The Future of Shopping

eBay and Australian retailer Myer partner to launch the first-ever virtual reality department store.

Record bidding matched for Power Lunch with Warren Buffett

$3,456,789 is  raised for GLIDE in Power Lunch auction with Warren Buffett benefitting San Francisco’s poor, homeless, and most vulnerable residents.

eBay unveils its "Gateway to the Future"

“Main Street,” the newest addition to eBay’s San Jose headquarters, officially opens. The building now serves as a central meeting place and welcome center for visitors and guests.

Stubhub acquires Ticketbis

The largest ticket marketplace in the U.S. continues to grow by expanding into the Latin American, European, and Asia Pacific markets.

Seller Hub Launches

eBay debuts the Seller Hub, a powerful tool that simplifies and streamlines the selling experience and helps sellers scale their businesses.

Say Hello to eBay ShopBot

As shopping habits evolve, eBay is staying ahead of the trend, by launching a smart, personal shopping assistant that you can converse with, powered by AI and running on Facebook Messenger.

eBay acquires Corrigon

We purchase Corrigon, a pioneer of visual search technologies. The acquisition bolsters our structured data efforts and improves image recognition capabilities.

eBay Signs White House Equal Pay Pledge

We are proud to join with the White House in pledging to close the gender wage gap.  Based on a 2016 internal study on gender pay equity, we determined that in the U.S., women employees earn 100% of what men make in the same role.

eBay Teams Up with Steph Curry

After the devastating Ghost Ship Warehouse Fire in Oakland, CA, eBay and Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry team up to raise $45,201 in a charitable auction. 100 percent of the proceeds go to benefit the Oakland Fire Relief Fund. 

eBay’s Personalized New Homepage Launched

Powered by structured data and designed to drive highly personalized shopping experiences, the new homepage makes it easy for customers to find that perfect item and get inspired by products that match your style and interests.

eBay Announces Guaranteed Delivery

The move allows shoppers to filter their search results by shipping times, and guarantees delivery in 3 days or less on 20 million items, with no membership required!

New Brand Platform “Fill Your Cart With Color” Launches

eBay’s latest brand activation goes live, celebrating individuality and self-expression and challenging uninspired, ‘beige’ shopping habits.

Price Match Guarantee Launches

Including more than 50,000 deals in the United States and quickly expanding to Germany and the UK, eBay guarantees that an eligible deal will be the best price online, or we’ll match the lower price of a competitor.

eBay Authenticate Launches

Powered by industry experts and our proprietary verification methods, the eBay Authenticate program guarantees the authenticity of luxury bags sold on eBay.  The program has plans to expand to other luxury categories in the near future.

Find It On eBay and Image Search Go Live

These features allow shoppers to use pictures instead of words to search eBay’s 1.1 billion listings, spanning the new and truly unique. Enabled by artificial intelligence and machine learning, these innovative ways to shop help you quickly find the things you love, making the entire internet shoppable on your mobile device.

Kiva Marketplace debuts on eBay

In an effort to continue to increase the opportunities available to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, eBay partners with Kiva.org, the microlending platform, to help expand their reach on our global platform.

‘Retail Revival’ Launches in Akron, Ohio

In partnership with the city of Akron and local small business owners, the program  helps educate and empower local entrepreneurs  to grow and scale their business online, through integrating inventory onto eBay’s global marketplace.

eBay to Intermediate Payments on our Marketplace

In partnership with Adyen, a global payments processor, eBay will begin  managing the payments flow  within the marketplace, simplifying the end-to-end experience for buyers and sellers. The transition will be a multi-year journey.

eBay Acquires Giosis

We reach an agreement to  acquire  Giosis’ business in Japan. The acquisition expands our footprint in Asia, and bolsters the strength of the Qoo10.jp platform to offer more inventory to our Japanese consumers from all over the world.

eBay Leverages AR to Simplify Shipping

eBay unveils a clever solution using Augmented Reality (AR) that enables millions of sellers to quickly select the best USPS flat rate box for items they need to ship.

eBay Introduces eBay@Home

eBay introduces eBay@Home , the company’s first formal work from home program within the Global Customer Experience organization.

eBay Begins Intermediating Payments on its Marketplace Platform in the US

Introduction of eBay’s new managed payments experience in the US marks a significant milestone in the company’s payments journey.

eBay Launches Instant Selling

eBay introduces new program for consumers to sell their smartphones in a matter of minutes.

eBay Authenticate Expands to Jewelry

Initially launched in the luxury handbags and watches categories, eBay’s Authenticate service now includes listings for necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets.

eBay Raises $102 Million for Charity in 2018

eBay raised a record amount in 2018 by connecting buyers and sellers to the causes they care about most.

eBay’s Retail Revival Expands Operations to include the U.S., UK, and Canada

Now live in 3 countries, Retail Revival enables small businesses to harness the power of ecommerce and global trade.

Google Pay Now Accepted on eBay

Increasing choice and flexibility for millions of buyers is a key priority as eBay expands its new managed payments experience .

Retail Revival Expands to North Carolina

eBay officially launches its fifth Retail Revival program in Greensboro, North Carolina , and hosts participating small businesses for a full day of training, networking and more.

Yaroslavl Becomes First Eastern European City to Join Retail Revival

With eBay's support, entrepreneurs in Yaroslavl are working to make its unique offerings accessible to the global market.

Baton Rouge and eBay Announce Economic Development Initiatives

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, becomes the fourth U.S. city to join eBay’s Retail Revival program and eBay launches eBay@Home Baton Rouge, bringing 40 full-time customer-service jobs to the area.

Advocacy Day 2019: eBay Releases Small Business Report

The eBay Government Relations’ Advocacy & Policy Programs Team publishes a new report highlighting how eBay is driving small business trade and balanced and inclusive growth across the United States.

Annual Charity Auction with Warren Buffet Breaks Record

GLIDE’s 20th annual eBay for Charity Power Lunch with Warren Buffet is sold for a record-breaking $4,567,888. The auction has provided over $30 million to support San Francisco’s most vulnerable residents.

eBay Utah Office Announces 100% Renewable Energy

The announcement is part of eBay’s commitment in working toward its 100% renewable energy goal across all offices.

Top-Rated Workplaces in 2019

eBay lands a no. 8 spot in Indeed’s 2019 Top-Rated Workplaces list, up from our fifteenth ranking in 2018.

Managed Payments Officially Launches in Germany

Introduction of eBay’s new managed payments experience in Germany marks a further significant milestone in the company’s payments journey.

eBay HQ Powered by 100% Renewable Energy

San Jose is eBay’s fifth location to move entirely to renewable energy sourcing .

eBay Welcomes Scott Schenkel as Interim CEO

Scott Schenkel is eBay’s interim CEO after four years as the company’s Chief Financial Officer.

eBay for Charity Reaches $1 Billion Milestone

eBay for Charity reached a milestone of $1 billion in total funds raised for charities around the world.

eBay Completes Sale of StubHub

We completed the sale of StubHub to viagogo for $4.05 billion in cash.

Amid COVID-19, Small Business Can Now Apply for eBay's Up & Running Program

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, eBay launches “Up & Running,” an accelerator program specifically designed to help retailers without an ecommerce presence transition to selling online, pledging up to $100 million in support for small businesses across North America.

Jamie Iannone becomes eBay’s CEO

A highly accomplished leader, Jamie Iannone takes over as eBay CEO in April 2020.

Managed Payments Begins Global Expansion

With the expiration of the Operating Agreement with PayPal, eBay begins scaling its management of payments globally .

eBay Celebrates 25th Anniversary

We celebrate 25 years of eBay with a toast to the community that powers our marketplace .

eBay Introduces Authenticity Guarantee Service for Luxury Watches

eBay  launches a new post-sale authentication service  for all watches sold for $2,000 or more in the U.S., providing an extra layer of confidence for shoppers browsing new, pre-owned and vintage watches.

New Members Join eBay's Board of Directors

eBay  announces  the appointment of Carol Hayles and Mohak Shroff to its Board of Directors. Separately, the company also announced that Jesse Cohn will step down from the Board of Directors. Additionally, eBay founder Pierre Omidyar, will step back from board responsibilities, and transition to the role of Director Emeritus.

eBay To Authenticate Sneakers $100+ in U.S.

eBay continues to attract top sneaker sellers and bring the most coveted inventory to the marketplace at the most competitive prices by  expanding its Authenticity Guarantee program to new and pre-owned collectible sneakers .

eBay Launches Go-To Destination for Shopping Refurbished

eBay  announces  a new program with strict standards featuring refurbished inventory from the world’s leading brands and backed by industry-leading warranties. With a range of products to fit different needs and budgets,  eBay Refurbished  offers buyers an affordable and sustainable alternative to shopping new.

New Tool Makes it Faster to List Trading Cards on eBay

Using computer vision technology, the new tool will  streamline listing creation  for the marketplace’s massive trading card community.

NFT Sales Launch on eBay's Marketplace

As part of the company's tech-led reimagination, eBay begins to  roll out the sale of NFTs  on its open marketplace.

New Regulatory Portal to Further Protect eBay Consumers

As part of eBay's longstanding commitment to consumer safety, the new online portal  allows participating authorities to flag and take down a listing , outside of the existing consumer reporting facility on site.

eBay Launches Authentication for Luxury Handbags

eBay  expands its Authenticity Guarantee service to include handbags , offering a selection of tens of thousands of new and pre-owned handbags from designers like Saint Laurent, Gucci, Celine and more — marked with a badge of Authenticity Guarantee.

eBay Completes Transfer of Classifieds Business to Adevinta

eBay  completes the transfer  of its Classifieds business to Adevinta.

Price Guide & Collection Feature Goes Live for eBay Customers

New tools  allow users to create personal trading card portfolios  to view, manage, track the value of and list items.

McDonald’s and eBay Team Up with Lightsource bp to Power U.S. Operations With Solar

McDonald’s and eBay  announced agreements  with Lightsource bp to purchase power from what will be Louisiana’s largest solar project.

eBay Completes Transfer of its Businesses in Korea to Emart

eBay  completes the transfer  of its Korean businesses.

eBay Acquires Sneaker Con Authentication Business

The deal  furthers eBay’s vertical expansion strategy in sneakers  and offers customers added confidence in the purchase of high-value items.

New 3D True View Feature for Sneakers is Unveiled

Artificial intelligence  enables new ways for sellers to display their sneakers  with an interactive and high-definition 3D view.

Glassdoor Names eBay as a Best Place to Work in 2022

eBay is honored with an  2022 Employees’ Choice Award  by Glassdoor, recognizing it as a best place to work among U.S. companies with more than 1,000 employees.

eBay Launches Authenticity Guarantee for Trading Cards

eBay's authentication services  further expands  to encompass four key enthusiast collector categories: sneakers, watches, handbags and now trading cards.

eBay Hosts Investor Day 2022

As the company's  first Investor Day  under CEO Jamie Iannone, the event features presentations from global leaders across the business about eBay’s long-term growth strategy and the new features and products that will accelerate eBay’s tech-led reimagination.

eBay Motors Kicks Off Its First-Ever New York Auto Parts Show

The event  debuts a line of "Re-Concept cars"  to show how car enthusiasts can build, fix, or maintain their dream car using parts and accessories sourced from eBay.

eBay Becomes a Preferred Secondary Marketplace for Funko

Pop culture enthusiasts on eBay now have  access to new and exclusive product releases  from Funko.

eBay Launches Its Vault for Trading Cards

A 31,000-square-foot, secure facility and digital marketplace, the eBay vault  helps trading card enthusiasts  to manage their collections while bringing an added layer of confidence to every transaction.

eBay Launches Live Shopping for Collectibles

eBay Live lets enthusiasts  discover, chat and purchase instantly , from anywhere in the world.

Charity Auction Lunch with Warren Buffet Concludes With Record-Breaking Bid

GLIDE and eBay's annual Power of One Charity Auction Lunch with Warren Buffett  celebrates its grand finale with a historic winning bid of $19,000,100 . In total, the auction has raised over $53 million to support San Francisco's most vulnerable residents.

eBay Acquires Leading NFT Marketplace, KnownOrigin

The deal combines eBay’s reach and reputation with KnownOrigin’s leading technology to  empower a new wave of NFT creators, sellers and buyers .

eBay Launches Authenticity Guarantee for Fine Jewelry

In collaboration with the Gemological Institute of America, eBay  expands its authentication services  to its fifth category to foster even more confidence in the shopping and selling environment.

eBay Acquires the myFitment Group of Companies to Enhance Part and Accessories Listing Experience

The deal  strengthens eBay’s parts and accessories category  by bringing the myFitment companies' valuable, tech-based tools in-house to help sellers increase sales and customer satisfaction.

New Member Joins Board of Directors

eBay  announces  the appointment of Aparna Chennapragada to its Board of Directors. Separately, the company also announced that Katie Mitic has decided to step down from the Board of Directors.

eBay Acquires Collectible Card Game Marketplace, TCGplayer

The deal complements eBay’s focus category strategy and builds on its offerings to  bring even more selection to trading card enthusiasts .

eBay Acquires 3PM Shield to Bring Advanced Marketplace Compliance Technology In-House

Bringing 3PM Shield to eBay is part of eBay’s ongoing commitment to provide sellers and buyers with a safe and trusted platform enabled by technology. 3PM Shield enhances eBay’s ability to address suspicious or harmful seller behavior, and potentially problematic items.

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