Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 1/2oz Nickel / Blue / Red fishing spoon #4809

Half-and-half finishes define this 1/2 oz (14 g) specimen, showcasing a polished nickel side paired with a vibrant blue strip decorated with distinct red-orange dots. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, the spoon features the iconic stamped silhouette of the Hula Girl dancer on its reverse, a hallmark of the original Seneca Lure Company production before Acme acquired the brand in the early 1980s. Many veteran anglers specifically seek out these older versions because the Hula Girl stamp was eventually phased out in modern production. Stamped clearly with "LITTLE CLEO" and "WGL LURE," the lure is equipped with its original treble hook hardware and a robust split ring. The condition is rated 5/5, showing a bright, high-reflectivity surface on the nickel plating and well-preserved paint on the blue half. A single line tie hole is positioned at the tapered end for rigging, which corresponds to the 4809 product code.