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With the upcoming removal of Fabulous Diamonds in the Rat Market rework, this question becomes much more relevant. There may be some new strategies that come with the rework, but otherwise it seems Brass Lillipops will still be the best option.
Ngl, I'm pretty salty about the change, as I've been saving Cartographer's Hoards for the Wind and Moon to align.