Museum Archive: Vintage Herter's Glass eye spoon, 2oz Gold / Red Eyes fishing spoon #7374

Tipping the scales at 2 oz (55 g), this substantial gold-finished spoon carries the distinctive "HERTER'S GLASS EYE SPOON JAPAN" stamp on its inner surface. These lures are noted for their iconic faceted red glass beads, which are neatly inset into the metal body to catch light from multiple angles. Measuring 4 3/4" (12 cm), the spoon is paired with a pink and white skirted trailer adorned with silver glitter, providing a soft-body contrast to the rigid gold-plated brass. The hardware includes a sturdy single hook and a top-mounted split ring for secure rigging. This specific specimen, cataloged under Product Code 7374, is in 4/5 condition, maintaining a strong metallic luster with only minor signs of its vintage journey. The glass eyes remain clear and firmly seated, characteristic of the quality control seen in Herter's Japanese-manufactured tackle.