Home of the 1061 carat sapphire found at Gold City Gem Mine, featured in People Weekly, Disney Adventures, and Rock & Gem Magazines and appraised at $40,000. We have native and enriched gemstone buckets. We also have gold panning. New and improved large covered flume for gem mining rain or shine. New inside heated flume for cold days. Located on Highway 441 North, 6 miles north of Franklin, NC. Open most days of the year, call for specific hours. Tour bus group rates available. Bring your rough stones in for a free inspection and cutting from our professional team in our jewelry store. 9410 Sylva Rd. HWY 441N, Franklin, NC 28734.Our phone numbers are: 800-713-7767 or 828-389-3905.