Is gold bullion taxed in Hawaii?

Yes. Hawaii has no general bullion exemption, so bullion is generally subject to Hawaii’s GET.

Are silver coins exempt from Hawaii GET?

No. Coins are generally taxable under Hawaii’s GET regime because there is no broad bullion/coin exemption.

Not under the general rule provided. Numismatic coins are taxable unless a narrow, separate exemption applies.

Yes. Jewelry is taxable in Hawaii under the GET system.

All states

Taxable

What this means for you

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

Bullion treatment Taxed 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 Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Bullion Coins	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Bullion Rounds	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Legal-Tender Coins	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Numismatic Coins	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Jewelry	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Industrial Precious Metal	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Collectibles (Non-Coin)	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Paper Currency	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.
Accessories	Sales tax applies	Standard Hawaii sales tax applies at checkout.