State tax guide · verified 2026-08-28

Does Maine charge sales tax on gold and silver?

Yes. Maine applies its full sales tax to bullion and coin purchases, with no investment-metal exemption.

• Rate: 5.5%
• Exemption bills have been introduced in recent sessions but none has become law.
• Verify with: Maine Revenue Services

• Sales tax on gold & silver, state by state
• Sales tax on gold and silver in Canada