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Gem
Mining in Spruce Pine
Gem mining is one of Western North Carolina’s favorite attractions especially for the area of Spruce Pine. TLC’s popular show
Find Cash & Treasure visited some local Spruce Pine gem mines, which increased the popularity of gem mining. There is an annual Mineral and Gem Festival in Spruce Pine that attracts thousands from around the region. Spruce
Pine, North Carolina is recognized internationally as being the Gem and Mineral Capital of North America. If you are looking for a fun filled day then mining in our North Carolina
gem mines is a great way to spend the day. There are several mines listed below in the area to help decide which mine is right for you and your group.
Blue Ridge
Gemstone Mine
PO Box 327 |
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
828-765-5264 or 828-606-7471
Located at 626 McKinney Mine Road. Open April through November. Gemstone mining, 30 different kind of gem buckets. Gemstone cutting, 35 years experience. GIA trained Gemologist, 33 years experience. Finish Jewelry. Mounting SS and gold. Cut gemstones ready to mount. Largest selection in WNC.
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Emerald Village
PO Box 98 |
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
828-765-6463 or 828-765-4367
Real mines,
mine tours and gem mining. |
Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine
13780 Hwy 226
South |
PO Box 488 |
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-6130 or 828-765-0866 |
Jerry Call, Inc.
PO Box 296 |
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
828-765-2099 |
The
Emerald Mine
PO Box 249 |
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
828-765-6832
Fax: 828-765-1695 |
The Museum of North Carolina Minerals
79 Parkway Maintenance Rd | Uninc
Mitchell County, NC |
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