Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Flutter Cleo (Hula Girl), 1/8oz nickel/yellow/green UV fishing spoon #19091

Weighing in at 1/8oz (4g), this nickel-backed spoon features a vibrant yellow-to-green UV gradient on its face. Known to collectors by the product code 19091, the Seneca Flutter Cleo (Hula Girl) is a tangible piece of American fishing history from the USA. Flipping the 1 3/4" (4.5cm) lure over reveals the stamped "Hula Girl" dancer icon, a hallmark of the original Seneca Lure Company before the brand was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s. This specimen remains in 5/5 condition, preserving the crisp lines of the engraved dancer that many vintage anglers believed was the secret to the lure’s luck. The hardware is comprised of a single hook and split rings, configured for casting or trolling in light tackle situations. Following the Acme takeover, this specific dancer stamping was discontinued, making these Seneca-produced versions a priority for those tracking the evolution of the Cleo line.