February 2026 News Digest
- A metal detectorist in East Yorkshire has uncovered an incredibly rare 2,000-year-old Iron Age gold coin, which subsequently sold for £3,300. Experts believe this find is only the second known example of a coin linked to the Corieltauvi Celtic tribe.
- Due to record highs for silver, which has surpassed $86 an ounce, the U.S. Mint is conducting a review of its numismatic pricing. Officials caution that silver products may be temporarily withdrawn from sale while price adjustments are being implemented.
- A Salt Lake City coin collector is upset after rare Morgan silver dollars vanished from his checked luggage during a flight to Canada. The coins remain missing despite an investigation by Delta Airlines and a police review.
- Continuing a tradition that started with the euro's introduction in 2002, the Austrian Mint has released its New Year commemorative coin for 2026. Titled Jump for Joy, the coin symbolizes new beginnings and courage.
- The 1972 Eisenhower dollar signaled an end to silver in circulating currency. While most were minted without silver, the scarce San Francisco collector strikes contain only 0.316 oz, which is considerably less silver than preferred by today's bullion investors.
- To mark the centennial of the Royal Canadian Legion, the Royal Canadian Mint has released new 2026 gold and silver coins. These commemorative coins feature poppies, Legion members, and other historic symbols honoring Canada's military service.
