Ohio Sales Tax on Coins & Precious Metals
Is gold and silver taxable in Ohio? Learn about Ohio sales tax on coins, bullion, and precious metals. Updated 2026.
| State Sales Tax Rate | 5.75% |
| Bullion Exempt? | Yes — Exempt |
| Coins Exempt? | Yes — Exempt |
| Exemption Since | 2021 |
Ohio exempts the sale of investment metal bullion and investment coins from the state's 5.75% sales tax and all county sales taxes. The exemption was enacted in 2021 and covers gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. There is no minimum purchase threshold.
Coin Shows in Ohio
There are 10 coin shows listed in Ohio. Browse them all or find one near you:
- 3rd Sunday Columbus Coin Show — Hilliard, Ohio
- 43rd Annual Greater Cincinnati Numismatic Exposition — Cincinnati, Ohio
- Cincinnati Greenhills Classic Coin, Currency, Stamp, Jewelry and Watch Show — Cincinnati, Ohio
- Cincinnati Numismatic Association Show — Sharonville, Ohio
- Cleveland Coin Expo - 2nd Saturdays Monthly - 9AM-2PM — Broadview Heights, Ohio
- Cleveland Coin Expo - Meets 2nd Saturday of Each Month — Broadview Heights, Ohio
- Greenhills Classic Coin & Stamp Show — Cincinnati, Ohio
- Ohio State Coin Show — Dublin, Ohio
- The Ohio Coin and Collectibles Show — Westlake, Ohio
- Universal Coin Show — Fairview Park, Ohio
Calculate Your Coin's Value
Heading to a Ohio coin show? Use our Melt Value Calculator to check the metal value of your silver and gold coins before you go.
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Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. Tax laws change frequently. Always verify current rates and exemptions with the Ohio tax authority or consult a qualified tax professional before making purchasing decisions.