Record #:

12885

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Rich in minerals and a popular spot for rock hunters since 1872, Macon County is home to several mines. Brooks Mine, Bowers Mine, Corundum Hill Mine, and the Mason Branch Mine, have been sources of rubies, chromite, copper, emory, graphite, schist, kaolin, and kyanite.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 27 Issue 7, Sept 1959, p14, il

Subject(s):

Mines and mineral resources--Macon County