Gold price today, Feb. 10 -- Gold rate declined in the domestic futures market on Tuesday, February 10, morning, on profit booking amid a rise in the US dollar and easing geopolitical risks.

MCX gold April derivatives fell by over Rs.2,500, or 1.6%, to Rs.1,55,546 per 10 grams. MCX silver March contracts crashed by over Rs.11,000, or more than 4%, to Rs.2,51,544 per kg.

Gold and silver prices have been volatile over the last few sessions amid profit-taking at higher levels, even as the medium- to long-term prospects for precious metals remain strong.

Volatility in the dollar index, news flows on geopolitical developments, and US macro indicators remain key triggers for gold prices.

The dollar index, which fell to 96.82 in the previous...