Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 3/4oz nickel fishing spoon #18347

A prismatic "cracked ice" holographic tape covers exactly half of the front face, casting multi-colored reflections against the polished nickel finish. Stamped deep into the metal on the reverse side is the iconic "Hula Girl" dancer, a signature of the original Seneca production before the brand was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s. This 3/4oz (21g) specimen measures 2 1/2" (6.5cm) in length and is cataloged under product code 18347. Rated in 4/5 condition, the metal retains a bright luster with only minor signs of its age, preserving the integrity of the "WIGL LURE" stamping. Many collectors and anglers believe the presence of the dancer graphic was the secret to the lure's historical success, a detail that was eventually removed from later mass-produced versions. The hardware consists of a robust split ring paired with a traditional steel treble hook.