Nantahala River Gem Mine

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12121 Highway 19 W
Bryson City, NC 28713

Nantahala River Gem Mine, located in the charming Nantahala Gorge of Bryson City, NC, invites both residents and visitors to explore the allure of gem mining in Western North Carolina, recognized as a gem capital known for its rich natural deposits of rubies and sapphires. Since the early 1980s, the gem mine has attracted enthusiasts eager to discover various gemstones, offering modern facilities and a covered sluice area that allows for mining year-round, regardless of weather conditions.

The gemstone material at Nantahala River Gem Mine is sourced locally and from various mines worldwide, featuring an exciting array of precious and semi-precious gems such as emeralds, sapphires, and citrine. Guests are encouraged to bring their finds for evaluation and can place orders for custom-cut finished stones, transforming their treasures into unique pieces of jewelry to cherish.

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Rip Off
12/28/2022

This was a rip off, I gave it 1 star only because I could not give it 0. We went and the dirt was so...

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Great gem mine experience
3/19/2022

This was a great experience for our kids. There are actual valuable gems to find and after you are d...

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Perfect gem mining!
12/30/2021

Cute road side gem mining for the family. Mr. Lloyd knows his stuff! You can tell he’s been doing th...

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