Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 2/3oz blue/white pearl/nickel fishing spoon #20948

Weighing in at 2/3oz (18g), this classic spoon shows off a distinct blue and white pearl finish over a polished nickel base. Flipping the 2 1/4" (5.5cm) lure over reveals the stamped "Hula Girl" dancer, a hallmark of the original Seneca Lure production from the USA before the brand was acquired in the early 1980s. Modern iterations lack this iconic engraving, which many veteran anglers swear was the secret ingredient behind the lure's historical success. Identified by product code 20948, the spoon remains in 5/5 condition, appearing exceptionally well-preserved. The nickel-finished back side clearly displays the "Wig-L-Lure" and "Little Cleo" branding stamped into the metal alongside the famous hula dancer. A sturdy split ring connects the body to a sharp treble hook, completing a piece of tackle that collectors prize for its specific era-accurate detailing.