Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 1/2oz Nickel fishing spoon #17964

At 1/2 oz (14 g), the weight of this metal spoon is distributed across its 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) length, making it a robust option for casting. A holographic prism sticker in a checkerboard pattern covers the front surface, reflecting light in multiple directions. On the reverse nickel side, the iconic Hula Girl dancer is stamped prominently alongside the 'Little Cleo' and 'WIGL LURE' text. This Seneca-made specimen carries product code 17964 and represents the production period before the 1980s Acme acquisition. The lure is equipped with a standard silver treble hook and a split ring at the line tie. Reflecting a condition of 5/5, the nickel surface maintains a high polish. Finding the original dancer stamp is a priority for many collectors of vintage American-made spoons.