Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 3/4oz Gold / Green fishing spoon #13241

Stamped with the weight of 3/4oz (21g) on its polished gold concave side, this casting spoon captures a specific era of American tackle manufacturing. The 2 1/2" (6.5cm) body features the legendary "Hula Girl" dancer engraving, a detail that identifies original Seneca production before the brand's acquisition by Acme in the early 1980s. This specimen, identified by product code 13241, showcases a striking split-finish front that combines a high-visibility fluorescent green side with a reflective gold half. The hardware includes a sturdy gold-tone split ring and a dark-finished treble hook that remains in solid condition. Collectors often seek out these Seneca-era pieces specifically for the presence of the dancer logo, which many veteran anglers believe was a significant factor in the lure's historical success. The surface shows light signs of handling that speak to its age, warranting a condition rating of 4/5. The deeply stamped lettering and the iconic dancer figure near the tail remain clear and well-defined.