Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl) UV, 1/3oz nickel/yellow/blue/green UV fishing spoon #19799

Weighing in at 1/3oz (10g), this specimen represents the craftsmanship of the original Seneca Lure company before the brand was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5cm), the spoon displays a striking yellow-to-green UV gradient finish on its convex side, designed for high visibility. The hallmark of this vintage piece, product code 19799, is the engraved "Hula Girl" dancer on the polished nickel reverse, a feature prized by collectors that is absent from modern versions of the lure. The hardware includes a sturdy split ring and the original treble hook, which shows some light age-related darkening. Its heavy metal construction was specifically engineered for casting and trolling, maintaining its shape through years of use. This American-made lure is in 4/5 condition, showing minor surface marks on the painted finish while the stamped branding remains crisp and legible.