Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Western North Carolina is known for its hills full of hidden treasures. From rubies and sapphires to emeralds and gold, the region ...

Finding large huge ruby and crazy gem garnets! From epic and classic open to the public digging location! Called Mason Mountain in Franklin, North Carolina! You can go and dig here to! This location ...

Western North Carolina offers several locations for gem mining and exploration. Emerald Village, near Spruce Pine, allows visitors to dig for gems and go underground. Other popular spots in and around ...