THE CRYSTAL LODGE BLOG

The Swarovski limited edition mini Mos released in 2015 were produced in the same colours which had been used for the previously released standard sized Mos. For example, Deep Orange for Halloween Mo, Tender Pink for Pinky Mo, Vibrant Yellow for Hot Chilli Mo. You may find slight differences in the terms for the names…

We were recently asked by a collector if we could explain why there are 2 different versions of the 1988 annual edition Woodpeckers. But, before we deal with the topic of the base of the piece, there is another difference exclusive (so far) to this annual edition. During 1988 (the year that the Woodpeckers were…

Bo Bear So Brilliant was the first of the Bo Bears to be retired from production and was available only through 2012. Still a firm favourite with clients, Bo Bear So Brilliant is made in Crystal Metallic Light Gold colour and has 70 crystal stones set in the exclusive Pointiage® technique glitter on his tummy.…

We were recently asked by a collector to find one each of the variations of large and mini seals from the Swarovski Silver Crystal range. The family portrait below shows all the family members together just before they set off to their new home. In 1985 the large seal, designed by Max Schreck was introduced…

The Silver Crystal Express train – for the train spotters amongst you! All the carriages of the Silver Crystal Express train were designed by Gabriele Stamey. Originally, the train comprised just 3 pieces, a locomotive, a tender car and a passenger carriage, some of the earliest ones released featured all three pieces packed in one…

Swarovski’s delightful grizzly bear cub proudly holds a silver salmon in his mouth demonstrating that he already possesses excellent fishing skills and won’t be going hungry!