Arkansas Sales Tax on Bullion
No — Investment bullion and most precious-metal coins are exempt from sales tax in Arkansas. Jewelry, collectibles, and accessories are still taxed at the standard rate.
Here's how each kind of item is treated in this state. Tap a row to read the plain-English note.
| What you're buying | Sales tax? | What that means |
|---|---|---|
| Bullion Bars | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Arkansas. |
| Bullion Coins | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Arkansas. |
| Bullion Rounds | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Arkansas. |
| Legal-Tender Coins | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Arkansas. |
| Numismatic Coins | Depends on the order | Some items in this category qualify; others are taxed. Depends on the specific product. |
| Jewelry | Sales tax applies | Standard Arkansas sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Industrial Precious Metal | Ask before ordering | Tax treatment depends on the item. If you're unsure, contact us before ordering. |
| Collectibles (Non-Coin) | Sales tax applies | Standard Arkansas sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Paper Currency | Sales tax applies | Standard Arkansas sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Accessories | Sales tax applies | Standard Arkansas sales tax applies at checkout. |
- What's covered by the exemption
- Gold and silver bullion; certain legal-tender coins
- How they decide what counts as bullion
- The state asks whether the item is priced for its metal value (qualifying bullion) or for rarity, design, or collector demand (taxable).
- What's NOT covered
- Jewelry, rarity-priced collectibles, paper currency held as collectible, fabricated/industrial-use precious metal, and accessories.
Common questions about sales tax on gold and silver in Arkansas.
Is gold bullion exempt from sales tax in Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas treats gold bullion as fully exempt from sales tax under the state bullion exemption.
Are silver coins taxed in Arkansas?
Certain legal-tender coins are exempt in Arkansas. Coins or items that don’t meet the covered categories can be taxable.
Do I owe sales tax on numismatic coins in Arkansas?
Numismatic taxation is conditional in Arkansas. If a coin isn’t a covered legal-tender bullion-type item, it may be taxed as a collectible.
Is jewelry taxable in Arkansas even if it contains gold or silver?
Yes. Jewelry is taxable in Arkansas; the bullion exemption applies to bullion and covered coins, not finished jewelry.
