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Spruce Pine Gem Mining
Gem mining is abundant in the historic mining town of Spruce Pine. Appropriately the town is decorated with
Spruce Pine gem mining opportunities. Native gemstones can be discovered and cut into beautiful jewelry at the local mining facilities. Don’t be afraid to get a little dirty while in search of a real gemstone
at one of several Spruce Pine
gem mines.
 Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine located in Spruce Pine is a favorite among tourists in the area. The family-friendly atmosphere offers a little something for everyone in the family. Gem Mountain supplies all guests with equipment, and inspects stones free of charge. While admission is free, you’ll need a mining bucket to be a part of the gem discovery experience.
 Rio Doce Gem Mine is located just off the gorgeous Blue Ridge Parkway. The family mining facility offers a variety of mining options, and offers assistance in helping you find gem material. Stones found at the Rio Doce include: ruby, emerald, citrine, aquamarine and rose quartz. Rio Doce features a Lapidary School where customers can cut their own stones to create jewelry pieces.
Located just three miles south
of town is Spruce Pine Gemstone
Mine. The facility has been
mining the Blue Ridge Mountains
since 1810, making them the
oldest and most respected
facility in North Carolina.
Spruce Pine Gemstone Mine is
open year-round, and features a
heated indoor flume during the
winter months. Customers have an
unbeatable selection of buckets
to mine ranging in a variety of sizes to
choose from.
Gem Mountain
Highway 226
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
888-817-5829
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Rio Doce Gem Mine
PO Box 296
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
828-765-2099
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Spruce Pine Gemstone Mine
15090 Hwy 226 C
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-7981
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If you would like more information, contact us at 828-765-6161,
email us, or use our
online request form.
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