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.
A self-directed IRA can hold physical gold under specific IRS rules. Here is the mechanism, the approved coin list, and the fee structure that drains many accounts.