If you don't have a lot of time to hunt try one of the pay by the bucket sites. The Emerald Hollow Mine is a good one I have visited but there are others Google North Carolina gems.
The Emerald Hollow Mine is the only emerald mine in the United States open to the public for prospecting. Nestled snugly in the foothills of the beautiful Brushy Mountains, this North Carolina Emerald mine is located in the small town of Hiddenite, North Carolina. This locality is recognized as one of the most unique and interesting geological locations on the North American continent.
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Host to more than sixty-three different types of naturally occurring gems and minerals, a virtual treasure trove of gemstones can be found at our gem mine! Many of these are very rare, including emerald, aquamarine, sapphire, garnet, topaz, amethyst, citrine, rutile, and tourmaline, along with an abundance of world class smoky and clear quartz crystals. Hiddenite is also famous as the only place on earth where the very rare gemstone "Hiddenite" can be found!
Each year, thousands of rockhounds, tourists and educational field trip participants flock to this popular North Carolina attraction to experience the thrill of finding rare gemstones in the rough. Whether a serious or amateur prospector hoping to fulfill dreams of finding hidden treasures, a student experiencing an enriching "hands on" learning experience or a family seeking quality outdoor recreation, a trip to the Emerald Hollow Mine guarantees a fun and exciting adventure for people of all ages!
Our hours of operation are 8:30am to sunset (ranging from 5:00pm in mid-winter to 7:00pm in mid-summer). We are open 362 days a year, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. There are RV parks with complete hookups very nearby. Our friendly, knowledgable and helpful staff is always available to answer your questions, offer instructions, and help identify your finds. We also have a complete lapidary shop that will turn your rough gemstones into beautiful cut stones and jewelry. Click here to learn more about our lapidary services.
We invite you to browse our site to learn more about what the Emerald Hollow Mine has to offer. For further information, you may also contact us at:
Hiddenite Gems Emerald logo.jpgHiddenite Gems, Inc.
P.O. Box 276 / 484 Emerald Hollow Mine Drive
Hiddenite, NC 28636
Information Toll Free:1-866-600-GEMS or 1-866-600-4367
Information Local: (828) 632-3394
Field Trip Reservations for groups of 12 and larger: (828) 635-1126
Fax: (828) 635-7986
E-mail:
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