Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 2/3oz fishing spoon #12978

A distinctive green and white gradient finish coats the convex side of this classic spoon, which measures 2 1/4" (5.5cm) and weighs a substantial 2/3oz (18g). Stamped into the polished metal backside is the legendary "Hula Girl" dancer, a hallmark of the original production by Seneca Lure before the brand's acquisition by Acme in the early 1980s. Anglers often trace the fame of the Little Cleo back to this specific Seneca-era casting spoon, believing the dancer's silhouette was the secret to its luck. Identified by product code 12978, the specimen features robust hardware including a high-gauge split ring and a sharp treble hook. Its condition is 5/5, showing the original factory sheen without any visible signs of use or wear. The stamp also clearly displays "LITTLE CLEO," "SENECA," and "MADE IN USA," marking it as a prized piece of American tackle history intended for heavy casting or trolling depths.