Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl) UV, 3/4oz nickel/orange fishing spoon #18309

Finished in a high-visibility nickel and orange split pattern, this 3/4 oz (21 g) casting spoon is a classic example of the Seneca era before the brand transition to Acme. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, the spoon bears the distinctive "Hula Girl" stamp on its reverse side alongside the "WIGL LURE" text, a detail much sought after by collectors who recall the dancer's presence on the original production runs. This specific specimen, cataloged as product code 18309, retains its bright finish where the orange paint was designed for enhanced visibility in various light conditions. The hardware remains intact with a sturdy split ring securing the treble hook. Rated at a 4/5 condition, the surface exhibits some minor signs of age while maintaining a strong reflective shine on its metallic half. It represents a time when Seneca Lures were a staple in North American tackle boxes, before the dancer motif was eventually retired from the design.