Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 1/3oz White / Blue / Glitter fishing spoon #0296

Blue and white paint, heavily speckled with silver glitter, covers the top surface of this 1/3 oz (10 g) casting spoon. Cataloged under product code 0296, this Seneca Little Cleo represents a classic piece of American tackle history from the pre-Acme era. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in length, the specimen features the iconic "Hula Girl" dancer stamped into the metal on the reverse side. Historical details like the dancer image are highly sought after by collectors, as the figure was removed from production after Seneca was acquired in the early 1980s. The hardware consists of a robust split ring paired with a sharp, dark-finished treble hook. Rated at a condition of 5/5, the lure shows a clean surface and well-preserved stamped graphics on the back. These 10 g (1/3 oz) spoons earned a reputation for productivity across North American lakes and streams.