Museum Archive: Johnson Sprite, 1/2oz Gold fishing spoon #0957

Gold plating on this vintage spoon remains untouched within its original factory packaging, preserving the brilliant shine of a bygone manufacturing era. Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), this particular Johnson Sprite carries the original "Made in U.S.A." mark from Amsterdam, Missouri, identifying it as a domestic-produced item before the brand's production transitioned overseas. The lure body measures 2 1/4" (6 cm) in length and is cataloged under product code 0957. Because it remains in its original bubble pack, the lure is unused and remains in pristine condition (Condition: 6). This specimen features the classic teardrop profile and a gold-finished treble hook, characteristic of the high-quality hardware Johnson was known for during its American production years.