Emerald Hollow Mine
Hiddenite, NC
The only emerald mine in the world open to the public. This is hallowed ground for prospectors. High yield potential for emeralds.
Emeralds
Aquamarine
Sapphire
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Elijah Mountain Gem Mine
Hendersonville, NC
A well-equipped operation with extensive flume lines. Good for volume processing.
Rubies
Sapphires
Emeralds
+2
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Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
Boone, NC
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for enriched ore buckets.
Emeralds
Rubies
Sapphires
+1
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Rose Creek Mine
Franklin, NC
Family-friendly operation with sluicing. Known for consistent finds.
Rubies
Sapphires
Garnet
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Gem Mountain Mine
Spruce Pine, NC
High-altitude mining in the Blue Ridge. Premium ore buckets available.
Emeralds
Aquamarine
Topaz
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Emerald Village
Little Switzerland, NC
Historic mining site with museum. Multiple dig sites available.
Emeralds
Tourmaline
Garnet
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Asheville Gem Mine
Candler, NC
Urban gem mining experience. Convenient location.
Amethyst
Citrine
Quartz
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Mountain View Gem Mine
Marion, NC
Scenic mountain location with creek access.
Sapphires
Rubies
Garnet
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Crystal Mountain Gem Mine
Brevard, NC
Quartz crystal hunting in the mountains.
Quartz
Amethyst
Smoky Quartz
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Blue Ridge Gem Mine
Highlands, NC
Premium location with high-grade ore.
Emeralds
Aquamarine
Topaz
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