Museum Archive: Vintage Nebco Aqua Spoon, 1/4oz Hammered Gold #13078

Hammered gold textures define the surface of this vintage 1/4 oz (7 g) Nebco Aqua Spoon, catching light across its classic dimpled profile. Measuring 2" (5 cm), the face is accented with a bold orange-red scale pattern that remains remarkably crisp for a lure of its era. Stamped clearly on the smooth gold reverse are the identifiers "AQUA SPOON" and "MINNEAPOLIS," a hallmark of its mid-century USA manufacturing heritage. This specimen, listed under product code 13078, earns a 5/5 condition rating, showing no significant loss to its finish or hardware. The original brass split ring is securely attached to a silver-finished treble hook, reflecting the sturdy construction anglers relied on for freshwater casting. Its teardrop shape is finished with a precisely drilled line tie hole at the narrower end to ensure proper alignment when retrieved.