Thank you for your interest in the Karner Blue and Monarch butterfly collection. This exclusive line of jewelry was designed by award winning artist Ruth Breitenbach. Ruth grew up on the fringes of the Pine Bush in Schenectady, New York, one of the habitats of the endangered Karner Blue butterfly. These dime-sized creatures live as an adult for only four days. Ruth carefully researched the species and its habitat, to create an accurate representation of the butterfly. Ruth took the same care with her beautiful Monarch butterfly jewelry. Teachers love this collection for its accuracy and detail, to help teach about the different butterflies.