Museum Archive: Hopkins s1, 1/2oz Hammered Nickel fishing spoon #3534

Hammered nickel texturing across the solid stainless steel body defines this vintage specimen, catching light in varied water conditions. Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g) and measuring 2 1/4" (6 cm), the Hopkins s1 represents a classic American-made jigging spoon from the Hopkins Fishing Lures Co. based in Norfolk, Virginia. Found in its original carded packaging, this lure is unused, maintaining its factory finish and original feathered bucktail treble hook. As noted on the vintage packaging for product code 3534, these lures were marketed for all game fish and constructed from solid materials to prevent rust or peeling. A stainless steel split ring connects the body to the hook, ensuring the hardware matches the durability of the spoon itself.