Wisconsin Sales Tax on Coins & Precious Metals
Is gold and silver taxable in Wisconsin? Learn about Wisconsin sales tax on coins, bullion, and precious metals. Updated 2026.
Wisconsin Sales Tax on Coins & Precious Metals
Is gold and silver taxable in Wisconsin? Learn about Wisconsin sales tax on coins, bullion, and precious metals. Updated 2026.
| State Sales Tax Rate | 5% |
| Bullion Exempt? | Qualifying precious-metal bullion exempt |
| Coins Exempt? | Only coins meeting the bullion definition exempt |
| Effective / Status | March 23, 2024 |
| Official Source Checked | August 1, 2026 |
Wisconsin exempts qualifying coins, bars, rounds, or sheets containing at least 35% gold, silver, copper, platinum, or palladium and either marked with weight, purity, and content or government-minted on that basis. Jewelry, artwork, scrap, and electronics are excluded. Ordinary paper currency and coins that fail the bullion definition are not covered.
Coin Shows in Wisconsin
There are 4 coin shows listed in Wisconsin. Browse them all or find one near you:
- Chippewa Valley Coin Club (CVCC) Coin Show — Eau Claire, Wisconsin
- EAC Convention — Middleton, Wisconsin
- Milwaukee Numismatic Society Show — Brookfield, Wisconsin
- Numismatists of Wisconsin (NOW) Annual Show — Green Bay, Wisconsin
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Calculate Your Coin's Value
Heading to a Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin tax authority or consult a qualified tax professional before making purchasing decisions.