District of Columbia Sales Tax on Bullion
Yes — In District of Columbia, sales tax applies to bullion, coins, jewelry, and accessories — just like other goods.
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 | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Bullion Coins | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Bullion Rounds | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Legal-Tender Coins | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Numismatic Coins | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Jewelry | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Industrial Precious Metal | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Collectibles (Non-Coin) | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Paper Currency | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Accessories | Sales tax applies | Standard District of Columbia sales tax applies at checkout. |
- What's covered by the exemption
- No bullion-specific exemption — bullion, coins, jewelry, and accessories are taxed like any other tangible goods.
- How they decide what counts as bullion
- No special bullion test — sales tax applies to bullion the same way as other tangible goods.
- What's NOT covered
- Bullion and coins taxed like other tangible goods
Common questions about sales tax on gold and silver in District of Columbia.
Is gold taxable in the District of Columbia?
Yes. The District of Columbia treats bullion as taxable and does not provide a bullion exemption.
Are silver coins exempt in DC?
No. DC sales tax applies to coins, including silver coins, because there is no bullion or coin exemption.
Do I pay tax on numismatic coins in the District of Columbia?
Yes. Numismatic coins are taxable in DC under the general rule that coins and bullion are subject to sales tax.
Is there a minimum purchase threshold for tax-free bullion in DC?
No. DC has no bullion exemption and no threshold that makes bullion or coins tax-free.