Rare Coin Left In Salvation Army Red Kettle In Napa County

NAPA, CA — Christmas arrived early for the Salvation Army in Napa County after someone left a valuable gold coin in one of the charity's red collection kettles.

According to CBS Bay Area, volunteers with Kiwanis of Greater Napa recently discovered a rare, one-ounce South African Krugerrand coin after collecting donations outside a local grocery store. The Salvation Army told KCRA the prized coin is worth thousands of dollars.

"We are incredibly grateful for this generous and thoughtful donation," Captain Larry Carmichael, of The Salvation Army of Napa, told the station. "It’s a reminder of the power of community and the incredible impact one person can make. Every donation, large or small, helps us change lives."

The Salvation Army is collecting donations through the holiday season and beyond, and those interested in volunteering can find more information on the organization's website.