Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo Crystal, 1/4oz Crystal fishing spoon #21777

Featuring a hammered, prismatic finish often referred to as "broken glass," this 1/4oz (7g) spoon represents a distinct chapter in American tackle history. Produced under the Seneca Lure brand before the company was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s, the Little Cleo Crystal (product code 21777) remains a specific prize for collectors of pre-merger hardware. Measuring 1 1/2" (4cm) in length, the spoon's underside is deeply stamped with "LITTLE CLEO WIGL-LURE A SENECA LURE," marking its authentic USA-made origin. The Crystal color pattern utilizes a faceted surface to catch and refract light, mimicking the flash of baitfish scales. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, with the finish and metal components showing the high level of preservation expected of a well-curated piece. It utilizes a classic teardrop profile designed for casting or trolling, paired with a vintage-style treble hook and split ring assembly.