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July 17, 2025
Lets Play Dress Up: An Introduction to Costume Jewellery

The term “costume jewellery” gets its fair share of negative press within the jewellery world. Decades ago, costume jewellery was seen as “cheap”, paling in comparison to its fine jewellery...

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Liberty & Co and the Arts and Crafts Movement

Liberty & Co, also known as Liberty’s is a distinctive department store in London’s West End. With an austere mock Tudor facade, and deep royal purple and Gold branding, Liberty’s...

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Jewellery Around the World - Japanese Jewellery

Our third instalment in our jewellery around the world series, we thought we would feature the intriguing and alluring world of authentic Japanese jewellery, tracing from its ancient roots to...

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From Elegant Ancient Accessory to Symbol of Black and Latina Culture, The History of Gold Hoop Earrings

As ubiquitous as red lipstick or the plain white t-shirt, the subtle sheen of a Gold hoop earring can be seen glowing from the ears of many women, wherever you...

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Which Antique Chain Should I Buy? The Ultimate Guide to Antique Chains

It may seem paradoxical that antique chains are inherently timeless. That something created in the past can still so effortlessly resonate with modern style and dress. Dancing through time with...

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Jewellery Around the World - Indian Jewellery

Our second instalment in our jewellery around the world series, this week, we decided to shine a light on the glamorous and infatuating world of Indian jewellery.  Today, India is...

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Our Favourite Fabergé Eggs Of All Time

Synonymous with luxurious objet d’artes, Fabergé has been a world leader in hyperbolic decorative pieces for centuries. Throughout history, Fabergé’s works have a close and fruitful friendship with jewellery couture....

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Decoding The Victorian Flower Language: A Floriography Guide

Here at Lillicoco, we love the hidden symbolism and provenance in antique jewellery. Whether that is decoding a heraldic intaglio on a Victorian Bloodstone fob or researching the meanings behind...

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International Women’s Day - Women Jewellers Throughout History

To celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, we have decided to take a closer look at unearthing women jewellers from history. It is no secret that design and arts...

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