Sales Tax Rate
You May Be Able to Skip the Sales Tax With Us!
We understand some coin collectors and investors are looking for the best price possible. When you purchase from an online coin dealer like Great Southern Coins, sales tax and shipping can be part of the overall cost.
In many cases, factoring in the sales tax rate is part of the comparison process when you're determining how to purchase a coin. Not only will sales tax increase the cost, but sometimes the purchaser is responsible for being the taxpayer.
Buy Direct From Great Southern Coins and Skip the Sales Tax
If you want to get a great value and avoid the sales tax hassle, then Great Southern Coins is the perfect partner. When you buy bullion and rare coins directly from us via phone, email or our website you don't owe any sales tax!
Our business is based in Texas where sales tax doesn't apply to certain purchases, including bullion and rare coins. The only caveat is you have to buy directly from us or the tax could still apply. Purchases made on eBay fall under their sales tax rules, so sales tax is applied based on a per-state basis.
If you have sales tax questions, our experts can answer them. Connect with us today!
How Sales Tax is Calculated
Any time an item is purchased, a small amount is owed in taxes. It's known as the sales tax, and it's paid at the time of purchase. It's a small percentage of the sale price that can be levied at the state, county and city level.
All areas have the same rate set by the state. The state rate establishes the minimum sales tax that will be owed. County and city officials can decide to add on local taxes, which are usually a fraction of the state rate. That means the combined state, county and city rate can be different from one zip code to the next.
Beware of coin dealers that don't impose the sales tax if their state requires it. When that's the case, it's the responsibility of the purchaser to pay use tax to their state. Sales and use tax are interconnected to ensure taxes are collected on all purchases.
Sales Tax Rate Examples:
We've included the combined rates for a few areas to show how the cost of sales tax can vary:
San Diego, California
State Sales Tax Rate - 7.25%
San Diego County Sales Tax Rate - 0.5%
Combined Rate - 7.75%
Boulder, Colorado
State Sales Tax Rate - 2.9%
Boulder County Sales Tax Rate - 1.185%
City of Boulder Sales Tax Rate - 3.86%
Regional Transportation District Sales Tax - 1.1%
Combined Rate - 9.045%
Washington, D.C.
Single Sales Tax Rate - 6.5%
*As of October 1, 2025 the sales tax rate in Washington, D.C. is 6.5%. The rate will increase to 7% on October 1, 2026.
There are a handful of states, including Oregon, New Hampshire and Delaware, that don't currently have a state sales tax. However, be aware that taxes can still apply at the county and city level. Always proceed with caution and fully understand the tax implications in the state where you reside and where items are being purchased.
Sales Tax Rate For In-Store Purchases in Texas
Purchases that are made at our store in Boerne, TX aren't subject to Texas state sales tax rates and local sales tax rates. Below is a quick overview showing how much is saved by avoiding the local tax on retail sales:
Bullion and Rare Coin Purchases: You'd normally pay 8.125% sales tax on transactions less than $1,000. That means you'd save $40.61 on a $500 coin purchase.
Please be aware that state laws as well as local rates and state sales tax rates can change.
Sales Tax Rate For Purchases Made Through Online Platforms
At one point, online purchases weren't subject to sales tax, but that has changed. For online purchases made through eBay and similar platforms, sales tax will be added at the time of purchase, depending on your state’s internet sales tax laws.
The sales tax rate is typically based on your address. Wherever the coin is being shipped, the destination will determine the sales tax. There are a few states that have a slightly different approach when the seller and buyer are both in-state, and Texas is one of them. Here in Texas if you make an online purchase that is shipped somewhere in the state, the seller's location is used to calculate the sales tax.
Whether the shipping and handling costs are included in the total being taxed depends on the state.
If you have specific questions or would like additional information about how sales tax is determined, you can reach our business at 1-888-409-8344.
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