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Masters Gnomes a Hot Commodity at Augusta National Amid Speculation This Is Final Year of Production
Limited daily supply and rumors of a final run sent resale prices to $800, while Augusta National sold about 1,000 gnomes a day.
- On Friday, bidding for the Masters Tournament gnome reached $620 on eBay with two days remaining, while Facebook Marketplace listings hit $800, driven by speculation this may be the final year of production.
- Augusta National Golf Club produces 1,000 gnomes daily, retailing for $59.50, with purchases limited to one per patron; the collectible sells out within hours, creating scarcity that fuels resale demand.
- John Van Pay and his son, Bryce Van Pay, waited in line at 7 a.m. to secure their gnomes; Bryce plans to keep his as a souvenir, calling it "a great piece of memorabilia."
- Augusta National Golf Club Chairman Fred Ridley addressed the gnome's future on Wednesday, keeping the mystery alive: "I've been asking that question for several years, and they won't tell me the answer."
- The Masters is expected to generate $70 million in total merchandise sales this week, with fans like John James viewing the gnome as a financial offset after spending more than $1,000 in the gift shop.
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Masters gnomes a hot commodity at Augusta National amid speculation this is final year of production
Patrons are lining up at Augusta National to secure a limited edition Masters gnome. This year marks the 10th and possibly final year of the gnome's release, making it highly sought after.
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