Physical Gold Taxes: US 28% Collectibles vs UK CGT-Exempt Britannias
The US treats physical gold as collectibles taxed at 28%. The UK exempts certain coins from capital gains entirely. The difference can swing returns by a quarter.
Sep 19, 2025
The US treats physical gold as collectibles taxed at 28%. The UK exempts certain coins from capital gains entirely. The difference can swing returns by a quarter.
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