Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine

  • 6771 Sylva Road Franklin, NC 28734
  • (828) 369-5271

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Located in the gemstone capital of the United States, the Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine specializes in mining and cutting amethyst, quartz, citrine, emeralds and sapphires. Admission is free, and customers who wish to pan for gems pay a small per-bucket fee.

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