Gem Mines are great, you can find Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Amethyst,  Citrine, Moonstone, Topaz, Smoky Quartz, Rose Quartz, Quartz Crystals and more! All equipment is usually provided, you can dig your own dirt or wash pre-dug dirt in flumes which are many times covered for mining in rain or shine.

Blue Ridge Gemstone Mine

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.

Spruce Pine Gem & Mineral Center