Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 2/3oz Gold / White / Black fishing spoon #12219

Gold metallic stripes peek through a white painted finish on this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) spoon, accented by distinct black polka dots. Weighing in at a substantial 2/3oz (18g), this Seneca-manufactured Little Cleo (Hula Girl) is a heavy-duty casting lure cataloged under product code 12219. Turning the spoon over reveals the most sought-after detail among vintage enthusiasts: the crisp stamp of the dancing figure alongside the "WIGL LURE" branding. This specific USA-made specimen dates back to the era before Seneca was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s, a time when the dancer was a standard feature of the design. Many veteran anglers still swear by the original Seneca versions for their specific construction and weight distribution. The condition is excellent, rated 5/5, with the metallic back reflecting a clean, bright finish. It features a robust treble hook attached via a split ring, designed for long-distance casting into deeper water.