Wyoming Sales Tax on Bullion
No — Investment bullion and most precious-metal coins are exempt from sales tax in Wyoming. 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 Wyoming. |
| Bullion Coins | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Wyoming. |
| Bullion Rounds | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Wyoming. |
| Legal-Tender Coins | No sales tax | You won't pay sales tax on these in Wyoming. |
| 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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Paper Currency | Sales tax applies | Standard Wyoming sales tax applies at checkout. |
| Accessories | Sales tax applies | Standard Wyoming sales tax applies at checkout. |
- What's covered by the exemption
- Gold/silver legal-tender and investment-grade bullion
- 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 Wyoming.
Is bullion sales-tax exempt in Wyoming?
Yes. Wyoming fully exempts gold and silver investment-grade bullion from sales tax under the statewide rule.
Are legal-tender gold and silver coins taxed in Wyoming?
No. Gold and silver legal-tender style coins treated as investment items are exempt in Wyoming.
Are numismatic coins taxable in Wyoming?
It depends. Numismatic items are conditional and are often exempt if they qualify as bullion or legal tender under Wyoming’s treatment.
Is jewelry taxed in Wyoming even if it’s precious metal?
Yes. Jewelry is taxable in Wyoming; the exemption applies to covered bullion and certain qualifying coins, not jewelry.
