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 Barbara Bosco Jewelry: B105 Set
Retail Value: $350.00.
Comprising Matching Sterling Oval bezel set with inserts of purple and black wings from Purple Spotted Swallowtail Butterfly (Graphium weiskei)
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3/4" Oval Pendant w/18" SS chain
1/2" Oval Dangle Earrings
3/4" Oval Sterling Cuff bracelet
Donated by Barbara J. Bosco
Suggested Minimum bid: $120.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Barbara Bosco Jewelry: B139 Set
Retail Value: $350.00.
Comprising Matching Sterling square bezel set with wing inserts of green and black Sunset Moth (Urania riphaeus):
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1" Square Pendant w/18" SS chain
1/2" Square drop earwires
1" Square Sterling cuff bracelet
Donated by Barbara J. Bosco
Suggested Minimum bid: $120.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Barbara Bosco Jewelry: B241/B205 Set
Retail Value: $350.00.
Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) Jewelry Comprising:
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1-1/2" Large Oval w/ball - V notch clasp Neckring
with Monarch wing insert
1/2" Drop Oval Earwires w/ball with Monarch wing insert
Donated by Barbara J. Bosco
Suggested Minimum bid: $120.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Butterfly Chrysalis Jewelry - Jade Chrysalis Pendant
Retail Value: $85.00
Reminiscent of the jewel-like quality of the Monarch's chrysalis, this handcrafted glass kiln-fired bead is so realistic you instinctively touch it with care. 20" gold filled chain and 18 ct. gold dots on chrysalis. Glass Artist Jude Rose.
Donated by Melanie McCarthy of The Monarchy - www.themonarchy.com
Suggested Minimum bid: $30.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Set of Three White Organza Boxes
Retail Value: (@$35.00 per box) three boxes = $105.00
Size is 10" x 10" square - holds up to 18 large butterflies or twice as many smaller species.
Donated by Wings of Hope
Suggested Minimum Bid: $35.00 for set of three boxes.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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Set of Three White Organza Boxes
Retail Value: (@$35.00 per box) three boxes = $105.00
Size is 10" x 10" square - holds up to 18 large butterflies or twice as many smaller species.
Donated by Wings of Hope
Suggested Minimum Bid: $35.00 for set of three boxes.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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Set of Three White Organza Boxes
Retail Value: (@$35.00 per box) three boxes = $105.00
Size is 10" x 10" square - holds up to 18 large butterflies or twice as many smaller species.
Donated by Wings of Hope
Suggested Minimum Bid: $35.00 for set of three boxes.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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Butterfly Boutique Breeder's Set!
Total Retail Value $250.00.
 The Commercial Butterfly Breeders Manual
Long recognized as the complete source for raising butterflies on a commercial level. Provides several methods for raising and has incredible amount of information not only on the best livestock and hostplant raising but starting up and operating a commercial butterfly farm.
PLUS!...
The Advanced Guide to Commercial Butterfly Production
Get your farm into maximum production mode, cut your labor and minimize disease problems with this special breeding and raising information! These methods and techniques have been proven in the field for farm production.
PLUS!...
 "Handpairing Swallowtail Butterflies" CD
Hand-pairing butterflies is the best way to manage and control butterfly breeding, enabling the commercial breeder or enthusiast to ensure healthy stock from known adults just when you need it. In this video demonstration, butterfly expert Nigel Venters demonstrates just how easy it is to hand-pair Swallowtail butterflies. Nigel's method works equally well with other species, including Monarchs, Mourning Cloaks, etc..
For full details of these items, please visit The Butterfly Boutique
Donated by The Butterfly Boutique - www.butterflyboutique.net
Minimum bid: $80.00.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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| Items 11 - 12 (TWO identical lots, each of three dozen Western Monarch Chrysalides) |
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 Three-dozen Western Monarch Chrisalides
(Livestock redeemable from May - September 2012)
Retail Value: approx. $195.
Donated by John Utterback of Utterback Farms, Inc.
Minimum bid: $65.00.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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Three-dozen Western Monarch Chrisalides
(Livestock redeemable from May - September 2012)
Retail Value: approx. $195.
Donated by John Utterback of Utterback Farms, Inc.
Minimum bid: $65.00.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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 Lavender Bags and Lavender Eye Pouch
containing lavender from the Donor's own garden...
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Item comprises two Lavender Bags and one Eye Pouch. The buckwheat hull and lavender eye pouch can be put in the fridge or freezer and has a cover to keep it clean.
Donated by Theresa & Alan Chesmore of ButterflyWay.com.
Minimum bid: $15.
Items will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Barbara Bosco Blue Morpho Collage
Retail Value: approx. $200.
Donated by Linda and Steve Rogers of Timshell Farm
Minimum bid: $70.00.
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US shipping will be paid by the donor.
(See Shipping Note).
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 Canvas Bag (Black) with Wings of Hope "Butterfly Releases are Earth Friendly" logo
Retail value is $10.00.
Canvas bag is 11" tall x 6" wide x 13" long. It has two small interior pockets and one exterior pocket on the side.
The "Butterfly Releases" logo features a male and female monarch photographed by Nigel Venters.
Donated by Alicia Baylor of Buena Vista Butterfly Farm
Minimum bid: $5.00.
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 Canvas Bag (White) with Wings of Hope "Butterfly Releases are Earth Friendly" logo
Retail value is $10.00.
Canvas bag is 11" tall x 6" wide x 13" long. It has two small interior pockets and one exterior pocket on the side.
The "Butterfly Releases" logo features a male and female monarch photographed by Nigel Venters.
Donated by Alicia Baylor of Buena Vista Butterfly Farm
Minimum bid: $5.00.
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 Planter with Butterfly Motif
 Retail value $30.00.
Donated by
Maggie (Greathouse) Tucker
Minimum bid: $10.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Butterfly Ring
Retail value $20.00.
Donated by Maggie (Greathouse) Tucker
Minimum bid: $8.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Butterfly Pendant
Retail value $45.00.
Donated by Maggie (Greathouse) Tucker
Minimum bid: $15.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Enamel ButterflyTricket Case
Retail value $25.00.
Donated by Maggie (Greathouse) Tucker
Minimum bid: $10.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Butterfly Hatchery
Retail value $65.00.
Donated by Maggie (Greathouse) Tucker
Minimum bid: $25.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Majestic Green  Swallowtail Butterfly Display
Retail Value: approx. $55.00.
Donated by John Wilchynski of ButterflyWorkx.com
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Minimum bid: $20.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Monarch Butterflies Display
Retail Value: approx. $125.00.
Donated by John Wilchynski of ButterflyWorkx.com
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Minimum bid: $45.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Large Mixed Butterfly Display
Retail Value: approx. $1,200.00.
A real display piece, this work is approx. 3 feet tall x 2 feet wide!
Donated by John Wilchynski of ButterflyWorkx.com
Minimum bid: $600.00.
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< Click to see work-in-progress
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Principles and Procedures for Rearing
High Quality Insects
John C. Schneider, Editor. Authors: Dr. Frank Davis and others.
Retail Value $75.
Donated by Dr. Frank Davis
Dr. Davis is an emeritus adjunct professor in MSU's Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology and retired U.S. Department of Agriculture entomologist with the Agricultural Research Service.
This book covers the major components of a successful rearing program. They include artificial diets, environmental biology, rearing systems, insect pathology (diseases and microbes that contaminate artificial diets), colony genetics, quality control, insectary design, insectary management, safety and health issues.
Chapters & Authors:
1 Introduction: NORMAN C. LEPPLA, FRANK M. DAVIS & JOHN C. SCHNEIDER
2 Insectary Design and Construction: WILLIAM R. FISHER
3 The Insectary Manager: WILLIAM R. FISHER
4 Health and Safety Issues in Rearing Arthropods: JOHN P. REINECKE
5 Genetic Considerations and Strategies for Rearing High Quality Insects: MICHAEL A. CAPRIO
6 Environmental Biology of Insect Rearing: JOHN C. SCHNEIDER
7 Insect Nutrition, Feeding, and Artificial Diets: MUHAMMAD F. CHAUDHURY
8 Microbial Contamination and Insect Rearing: G. DOUGLAS INGLIS & PETER P. SIKOROWSKI
9 Entomopathogens and Insect Rearing: G. DOUGLAS INGLIS & PETER P. SIKOROWSKI
10 The Basics of Quality Control for Insect Rearing: NORMAN C. LEPPLA
11 Insect Rearing Production Systems, A Case Study: The Southwestern Corn Borer: FRANK M. DAVIS
Minimum bid: $25.00.
US shipping will be paid by Wings of Hope. (See Shipping Note).
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 Florida Butterfly Gardening
A Complete Guide to Attracting, Identifying and Enjoying Butterflies of the Lower South
by Marc C. Minno
Publisher: University Press of Florida
Retail Value: $34.95
Donated by Marc Minno. (As well as being the author, Marc is our after-dinner speaker on Saturday night.)
Minimum bid: $12.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Butterflies of Central Florida A Quick Reference Guide
This waterproof guide beautifully illustrates over 80 species of butterflies and all of their caterpillars found in central Florida.
Retail Value: $7.95
Donated by Marc Minno. (Marc is our after-dinner speaker on Saturday night.)
Minimum bid: $4.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Florida Butterfly Caterpillars and Their Host Plants
by Marc C. Minno
Publisher: University Press of Florida
Retail Value: $34.95
Donated by Marc Minno. (As well as being the author, Marc is our after-dinner speaker on Saturday night.)
Minimum bid: $12.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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| Items 29 - 31 (THREE identical lots, each of One Large Gribblybugs Pairing/Rearing Net Cage) |
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 Gribblybugs Large Pairing/Rearing Net
(Foldable Livestock Cage)
Retail Value: GBP£20 (approx. $31.)
Gribblybug pop-up cages for butterfly rearing! The recommended supplier for the "Maximum Monarchs!" Method.
Large pairing/rearing net; high quality, parasite-proof black netting. 110cm x 55cm x 55cm. Weight 0.6 Kg.
These are black netting, which is much more desirable than the white. Black netting provides much higher visibility, and the netting is PARASITE PROOF. Wonderful cage! Butterflies stay calmer in the dark-netted cages!
Donated by Tim Jenkins of Gribblybugs
Minimum bid: $12.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Gribblybugs Large Pairing/Rearing Net
(Foldable Livestock Cage)
Retail Value: GBP£20 (approx. $31.)
Gribblybug pop-up cages for butterfly rearing! The recommended supplier for the "Maximum Monarchs!" Method.
Large pairing/rearing net; high quality, parasite-proof black netting. 110cm x 55cm x 55cm. Weight 0.6 Kg.
These are black netting, which is much more desirable than the white. Black netting provides much higher visibility, and the netting is PARASITE PROOF. Wonderful cage! Butterflies stay calmer in the dark-netted cages!
Donated by Tim Jenkins of Gribblybugs
Minimum bid: $12.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Gribblybugs Large Pairing/Rearing Net
(Foldable Livestock Cage)
Retail Value: GBP£20 (approx. $31.)
Gribblybug pop-up cages for butterfly rearing! The recommended supplier for the "Maximum Monarchs!" Method.
Large pairing/rearing net; high quality, parasite-proof black netting. 110cm x 55cm x 55cm. Weight 0.6 Kg.
These are black netting, which is much more desirable than the white. Black netting provides much higher visibility, and the netting is PARASITE PROOF. Wonderful cage! Butterflies stay calmer in the dark-netted cages!
Donated by Tim Jenkins of Gribblybugs
Minimum bid: $12.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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| Items 32 - 33 (TWO identical lots, each of One Small Gribblybugs Pairing/Rearing Net Cage) |
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 Gribblybugs Small Pairing/Rearing Net
(Foldable Livestock Cage)
Retail Value: GBP£10 (approx. $16.)
Freestanding, collaspsible net cage, suitable for
moths, butterflies, stick insects etc.
Donated by Theresa Chesmore of ButterflyWay.com.
Minimum bid: $5.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Gribblybugs Small Pairing/Rearing Net
(Foldable Livestock Cage)
Retail Value: GBP£10 (approx. $16.)
Freestanding, collaspsible net cage, suitable for
moths, butterflies, stick insects etc.
Donated by Theresa Chesmore of ButterflyWay.com.
Minimum bid: $5.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Items 34 - 35 (TWO identical lots, each of Six Keepsake Release Boxes)
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 Six Keepsake Release Boxes
Retail Value: (@$8.50 per box) 6 boxes = $51.00
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A custom release box that is attractive yet sturdy enough so it can have a “life” after the release. Ideal for holding cards, keepsakes and other memories of the special day.
Each box measures 8¼ x 10¾ x 3¾ inches. Collapses flat for easy storage (flattened size 12 x 17½ inches). A “trap door” in the bottom of the box allows for easy loading of butterflies. A saying around the box reads:
“Love is like a butterfly, it goes where it pleases and it pleases where it goes."
See http://mi-monarchs.com/page7.html for more information and photos.
Donated by Mike and Kathy Huxford of Michigan Monarchs
Minimum bid (6 boxes): $20.00.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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Six Keepsake Release Boxes
Retail Value: (@$8.50 per box) 6 boxes = $51.00
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A custom release box that is attractive yet sturdy enough so it can have a “life” after the release. Ideal for holding cards, keepsakes and other memories of the special day.
Each box measures 8¼ x 10¾ x 3¾ inches. Collapses flat for easy storage (flattened size 12 x 17½ inches). A “trap door” in the bottom of the box allows for easy loading of butterflies. A saying around the box reads:
“Love is like a butterfly, it goes where it pleases and it pleases where it goes."
See http://mi-monarchs.com/page7.html for more information and photos.
Donated by Mike and Kathy Huxford of Michigan Monarchs
Minimum bid (6 boxes): $20.00.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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 Humming Bird painting
Retail Value: $25.00.
A "Nature Art" painting by Ana Grace of Butterfly Conservatory.
Painted in acrylics on a tropical palm frond.
Donated by the artist - Ana Grace of Butterfly Conservatory.
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Minimum bid: $10.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Rose painting
Retail Value: $25.00.
A "Nature Art" painting by Ana Grace of Butterfly Conservatory.
Painted in acrylics on a tropical palm frond.
Donated by the artist - Ana Grace of Butterfly Conservatory.
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Minimum bid: $10.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 "Painted Ladies" ~ 6" x 6" print
Signed by the Artist: Bev Doolittle!
This is a rare treasure. The signature makes it very valuable. Bev Doolittle signs very few of her pieces.
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Donated by Linda & Steve Rogers of Timshell Farm.
Minimum bid: $100.
US shipping will be paid by the donor. (See Shipping Note).
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 Set of 100 Plantable Flat Cards
(Promotional Item)
Retail Value: (@ $1.49 each) 100 cards = $149.00
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This flat card is perfect for company promotionals, fundraisers, customer thank-you cards, or whatever you need! Each card includes a plantable butterfly shape attached to a custom printed card with planting instructions printed on the back. Card dimensions: 31/2" x 47/8".
Donated by Jacob Groth of Swallowtail Farms
Minimum bid: $50.00.
Sample cards will be available at the auction. The cards for the winning bidder will be custom made with their logo and choice of text and text color, and will be shipped direct to them by Swallowtail Farms.
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 Set of 5 Viewing/Release Cages
(holds up to 8 dozen)
Retail Value: (@ $25.00 per cage) 5 cages = $125.00.
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This is our most elegant butterfly cage yet! You will not find its equal anywhere. The unique pop-up design allows for quick and easy preparation with no assembly required.
Butterflies are easily transferred in through a discreet top opening and can be released by untying the top ribbon. This cage provides the perfect combination for those who desire to display the beauty of the monarch, but also enjoy the elegance of their flight upon release. Dimensions: 13" x 13" - holding up to 8 dozen butterflies.
Donated by Jacob Groth of Swallowtail Farms
Minimum bid: $50.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Set of 5 Viewing/Release Cages
(holds up to 8 dozen)
Retail Value: (@ $25.00 per cage) 5 cages = $125.00.
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This is our most elegant butterfly cage yet! You will not find its equal anywhere. The unique pop-up design allows for quick and easy preparation with no assembly required.
Butterflies are easily transferred in through a discreet top opening and can be released by untying the top ribbon. This cage provides the perfect combination for those who desire to display the beauty of the monarch, but also enjoy the elegance of their flight upon release. Dimensions: 13" x 13" - holding up to 8 dozen butterflies.
Donated by Jacob Groth of Swallowtail Farms
Minimum bid: $50.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Monarch Watch "Bring Back The Monarchs" T-Shirt
Retail Price: $18.00.
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Show your support of monarch conservation with this t-shirt featuring a beautiful "Bring Back the Monarchs" graphic on the back and the message "Restore Habitats, Plant Milkweed" on the front left chest. Gildan Ultra 100% pre-shrunk heavyweight cotton t-shirt in "serene green". Graphics created by artist and monarch enthusiast Ron Brancato.
Donated by Chip Taylor of Monarch Watch
Minimum bid: $8.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Monarch Watch "Milkweed Village" T-shirt
Retail Price: $19.00.
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Our Milkweed Village T-shirt features a colorful illustration of monarchs and other insects you're likely to encounter on milkweeds - an important resource for many insects. The Monarch Watch logo is printed on the sleeve.
100% cotton t-shirt (white) printed on the front with water-based ink for your comfort and our environment.
Donated by Chip Taylor of Monarch Watch
Minimum bid: $8.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Monarch Watch "Monarch Metamorphosis" T-shirt
Retail Price: $18.00.
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Our Monarch Metamorphosis T-shirt features a colorful illustration of monarch metamorphosis from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly. The question posed on the front is answered on the back. The Monarch Watch logo is printed on the sleeve.
100% cotton t-shirt (natural) printed front and back with water-based ink for your comfort and our environment.
Donated by Chip Taylor of Monarch Watch
Minimum bid: $8.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Monarch Watch "Monarch Migration Map" Poster
Retail Price: $10.00.
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This 18" x 24" poster illustrates the fall and spring migrations of the North American monarch butterfly populations (both east and west of the Rocky Mountains). Overwintering areas are also mapped.
Donated by Chip Taylor of Monarch Watch
Minimum bid: $5.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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Monarch Watch "Bring Back The Monarchs" Poster
Retail Price: $10.00.
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This beautiful 18" x 24" poster helps convey the "Bring Back the Monarchs" message of Monarch Watch's newest conservation campaign. Printed on heavyweight paper stock with a matte finish; suitable for framing. Graphic created by artist and monarch enthusiast Ron Brancato.
Donated by Chip Taylor of Monarch Watch
Minimum bid: $5.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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 Antique Watering Can with Butterfly Motif
 Retail value $65.00.
Donated by Maggie (Greathouse) Tucker
Minimum bid: $25.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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| Items 48 - 49 (TWO identical lots, each of Two Dozen Painted Lady Butterflies) |
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 Two Dozen Painted Lady Butterflies
Retail value (@ $50.00/dozen =) $100.00.
Must have 4 weeks notice and winner pays shipping (if same person wins both, they can combine and do one shipment).
Donated by Jodi Hopper of Wish Upon A Butterfly
Minimum bid: $35.00.
Winner pays shipping (donor is in PA, USA)
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Two Dozen Painted Lady Butterflies
Retail value (@ $50.00/dozen =) $100.00.
Must have 4 weeks notice and winner pays shipping (if same person wins both, they can combine and do one shipment).
Donated by Jodi Hopper of Wish Upon A Butterfly
Minimum bid: $35.00.
Winner pays shipping (donor is in PA, USA)
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 Display Release Box (details to follow)
Retail value $35.00.
A glossy white box with a screened window on each side, for the butterflies inside to be viewed.
Donated by Jodi Hopper of Wish Upon A Butterfly
Minimum bid: $12.00.
Item will be available for collection at the auction.
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