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Washington Sales Tax on Bullion
What this means for you
Yes — In Washington, sales tax applies to bullion, coins, jewelry, and accessories — just like other goods.
Heads-up — rules recently changed:
Taxable from 01/01/2026
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 Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Bullion Coins | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Bullion Rounds | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Legal-Tender Coins | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Numismatic Coins | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Jewelry | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Industrial Precious Metal | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Collectibles (Non-Coin) | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Paper Currency | Ask before ordering | Tax treatment depends on the item. If you're unsure, contact us before ordering. |
| Accessories | Sales tax applies | Standard Washington sales tax applies at checkout. |
- What's covered by the exemption
- Nothing — Washington repealed its bullion exemption effective January 1, 2026. Bullion is now taxed like other tangible goods.
- How they decide what counts as bullion
- Washington no longer offers a bullion exemption (as of January 1, 2026). Standard sales tax applies to qualifying purchases.
- What's NOT covered
- Nothing is exempt — bullion is fully taxed like other goods (effective Jan 1, 2026).
Common questions about sales tax on gold and silver in Washington.
Is gold and silver bullion taxable in Washington in 2026?
Yes. Washington taxes bullion sales for transactions on or after 01/01/2026.
What changed with Washington’s bullion exemption?
The prior bullion exemption was repealed. As a result, bullion and monetized bullion are taxable starting 01/01/2026.
Are coins or numismatic items taxed in Washington?
Yes. Washington’s rule is to charge sales tax on bullion and coins, including numismatic items.
Do local sales tax rates apply to bullion shipments in Washington?
Yes. Washington applies destination-based sales tax, so the combined rate depends on the delivery location.