Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Little Cleo UV, 1/8oz nickel/green/UV fishing spoon #20181

Stamping on the concave back of the spoon clearly identifies this genuine piece of USA-made fishing history from the Acme Tackle Company. Weighing exactly 1/8 oz (3.5 g) and measuring 1 1/4" (3 cm) in length, this specimen features a half-and-half finish that combines high-polish nickel with a vibrant fluorescent green UV coating. The stamped "LITTLE CLEO" text is crisp, showing the quality of the original tooling. Hardware includes a secure split ring connected to a stout treble hook, and the entire lure remains in 5/5 condition. Known by product code 20181, the unique humped shape of the spoon is a classic design intended for light-line casting and retrieving. The contrast between the metallic reflection and the bright UV paint on the front face provides a distinct visual profile under various light conditions.