Bullion Sales Tax by State

Sales Tax Guide for Shoppers

Will You Pay Sales Tax? Find Your State

Sales tax on bullion, coins, and jewelry varies by state. Pick yours below for a plain-English summary of what gets taxed, what doesn't, and when.

The quick basics

  • Investment bullion — gold/silver/platinum bars, rounds, and coins priced on metal content. Tax-free in most states.
  • Collector / numismatic coins — rare or graded coins priced on rarity. Usually taxed.
  • Jewelry & accessories — always taxed like other goods, even when made of precious metal.
  • Some states have a minimum — in NY, CA, CT, MA, and VA, your order has to clear a dollar threshold to qualify for the exemption.
32 states: bullion tax-free
8 states: tax-free above a minimum
6 states: sales tax applies
5 states: no sales tax at all

Most-asked-about states

These states have rules that surprise people most often — minimums to clear, recent changes, or no sales tax at all.

NY Conditionally Exempt

New York

In New York, qualifying bullion and coin orders are tax-free if your order total is at least $1,000. Smaller orders, jewelry, and collectibles are taxed normally.

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CA Conditionally Exempt

California

In California, qualifying bullion and coin orders are tax-free if your order total is at least $2,000. Smaller orders, jewelry, and collectibles are taxed normally.

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FL Conditionally Exempt

Florida

In Florida, sales tax depends on what you buy and how it qualifies. Some items are exempt; others are taxed.

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WA Taxable

Washington

In Washington, sales tax applies to bullion, coins, jewelry, and accessories — just like other goods.

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NH No State Sales Tax

New Hampshire

New Hampshire has no state sales tax. You won't see any sales tax on your order.

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AK No State Sales Tax

Alaska

Alaska has no state sales tax. Some local boroughs and cities collect their own tax, so the amount you pay depends on your delivery address.

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Find your state

Type your state, or use the filters to see who taxes what. Tap any state for the full rundown.

Good to know: This page is meant to help you understand how state sales tax usually works on bullion — it isn't legal or tax advice. The exact tax shown at checkout always wins, and state rules can change. If your situation is unusual, ask us before ordering.