Museum Archive: Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 1/2oz Yellow / Green / Nickel fishing spoon #3474

Weighted at 1/2oz (14g), this Seneca spoon carries the distinctive teardrop profile that has defined the brand's legacy for decades. The vibrant Yellow/Green/Nickel finish on this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) specimen is remarkably preserved, as the lure remains unused. This specific item, identified by product code 3474 and model C-200, is a prime example of the 'Hula Girl' era. Before Acme acquired the brand in the early 1980s, Seneca famously stamped a silhouette of a dancer on the back of these lures. Many anglers believed the success of the Little Cleo was tied directly to this Hula Girl image, a feature discontinued in later years. The construction features a heavy metal body designed for casting, fitted with a robust treble hook. The original packaging markets it as 'The Wigglin' Killer,' highlighting its intended retrieval style. A sharp transition from deep green to bright yellow covers the face, while the nickel reverse provides the flash that characterizes these classic spoons.