Museum Archive: Hopkins Shorty Jig Lure, 3/4oz Hammered Gold fishing spoon #11072

Hammered gold plating across the textured surface of this 2 1/2" (6.5cm) metal spoon creates a distinctive reflective profile. This Hopkins Shorty Jig Lure, cataloged as product code 11072, remains unused in its original vintage blister pack. Weighing 3/4oz (21g), the dense construction is a signature of the Hopkins brand once based in Norfolk, Virginia. The deep hammered finish mimics the natural appearance of baitfish scales while providing extra surface area for light displacement during deep-water presentations. As noted on the original packaging insert, the design is balanced for casting, jigging, or trolling in both fresh and salt water. It comes equipped with a heavy-duty split ring for secure rigging and has been preserved in its original clear housing.