Pioneer History › Mines
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
An original mine. Birthplace of the World’s Largest Blue Star Sapphires, “The Star of the Carolinas” and “The Southern Star” were found in the Pressley Mine.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Address
- 240 Pressley Mine
- Phone
- (828)648-6320
- Map
- Get Directions →
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