Museum Archive: Vintage Canadian Bait, 3/4oz Copper fishing spoon #2797

Measured at 2" (5.0 cm) in diameter, the copper disc serves as the primary body for a vintage American lure categorized under product code 2797. Weighing 3/4 oz (21 g), the specimen features a circular profile stamped on the reverse with 'Canadian Baits Inc, 500 Higgins, Mpls.' and a 'Pat. Apld. For' mark. Production by Canadian Bait spanned the decade from 1960 to 1970, prioritizing a heavy metallic build suited for casting. The copper surface is found in 5/5 condition, appearing unused with a clean, reflective finish across its slightly concave face. A central hole and a smaller secondary aperture are drilled through the plate, while a large single hook is secured by a flat split ring at the trailing edge.