Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Five of Diamonds fishing spoon #17472

Five distinct red diamonds stand out against a bright yellow background on this vintage 1/4 oz (7 g) Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie. Known widely as the 'Five of Diamonds' pattern, this weedless spoon measures 1 3/4 inches (4.5 cm) and features a traditional brass back finish. Bearing product code 9517, the specimen remains in unused condition, still secured to its original black and red display packaging. Eppinger has been producing these lures in the USA since 1906, and the Dearborn, Michigan, information on the card reflects the brand's long-standing manufacturing heritage. The hardware includes an integrated weed guard specifically designed for casting into heavy vegetation for bass, trout, and salmon. The clean, oblong concave body is stamped with the manufacturer's hallmark, maintaining the classic profile used by generations of anglers.