Hiddenite, North Carolina, US is a small town in Alexander County, known for its namesake mineral, hiddenite. The town was incorporated in 1913 and has a population of just over 600 as of 2019. Hiddenite is a significant location for gem mining, with the nearby Emerald Hollow Mine being the only publicly accessible emerald mine in the United States. The town's history is deeply tied to the mining industry, with the first discovery of hiddenite in the area in 1879 sparking a gem rush.
Dollar General takes the top spot among Dollar Stores and Deep Discount Stores in Hiddenite, North Carolina with 1 locations as of April 12, 2024. Dollar Tree is in second place with 1 locations.