Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo, 1/4oz Yellow / Black / Nickel fishing spoon #11018

A vibrant yellow enamel finish with bold black dots characterizes this Little Cleo, a classic American-made spoon weighing 1/4 oz (7 g). Measuring 1 1/2" (4 cm), the lure showcases a distinctive pre-Acme heritage with the 'SENECA LURE' and 'WIGL-LURE' stamps deeply embossed on the polished nickel back. This particular specimen, cataloged under product code 11018, features a striking pattern of black spots on a yellow field, bisected by curved white stripes that add visual contrast to the metal body. The hardware consists of a robust treble hook joined to the spoon by a sturdy steel split ring. Its condition is rated at 5/5, with the paint and nickel surfaces showing excellent preservation from its original production period by Seneca in the USA.