Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 3/4oz Nickel/Green fishing spoon #17965

Stamped with a weight of 3/4oz (21g), this specimen features the iconic 'Hula Girl' dancer engraving on its reverse side. A polished Nickel/Green color scheme defines the lure, with one half of the convex surface covered in a vibrant green prismatic checkerboard tape. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5cm), this casting spoon was manufactured by the Seneca Lure company in the USA before the brand was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s. The back of the spoon is clearly marked with the 'WGL LURE' and 'Little Cleo' identifiers, retaining the classic dancer figure that was later removed from modern iterations. This piece is presented in 5/5 condition, showing a bright, clean metal surface and a sharp, original treble hook. Collectors frequently search for these Seneca-era models specifically for the unique dancer stamp which many believe contributed to the lure's historical success. This specific item is cataloged under product code 17965.