Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 1/2oz nickel/blue fishing spoon #22497

Nickel and blue finishes divide the front of this 1/2 oz (14 g) spoon, a distinct aesthetic choice from the Seneca Lure Company era. Stamped on the reverse is the iconic "Hula Girl" dancer silhouette alongside the "Little Cleo" branding, a detail that eventually disappeared after Acme acquired the company in the early 1980s. Many veteran anglers still maintain that the success of this 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) model, identified by product code 22497, was fundamentally tied to that specific dancer engraving. The nickel plating on the back remains bright and highly reflective, providing a clear backdrop for the vintage graphics. This specimen is rigged with its original hardware, including a sharp treble hook and heavy-duty split rings intended for versatile casting or trolling applications. While the blue paint on the face shows some light, honest signs of age, the lure remains in beautiful shape, earning a 5/5 condition rating. It serves as a tangible connection to the period when Seneca manufactured these legendary spoons in the USA.