The BriefA Mega Millions ticket worth around $1.5 million was sold in California. As the nation awaits the winner of the $520 million Mega Millions lottery winner, someone in California may be $1.5 million richer. What we knowAccording to California Lottery's website late Tuesday night, a ticket worth $1,512,372 was sold within the state. The $1.5 million ticket was sold at Village Wine and Spirits on South Victoria Avenue in Ventura. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementAccording to Mega Millions' website, those electing to take the annuity option get one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments.