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Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.

Discovery of Precious Stones

Record #:
14395
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Abstract:
\"There's gold in them hills!\" Well, in this case not gold, but precious stones: rubies, emeralds, and diamonds were reportedly discovered in the mountains of western North Carolina. The article outlines specific locations where these valuable gemstones were found and what quantity may have existed.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 16 Issue 50, May 1949, p9, 18