Museum Archive: Vintage Little Cleo Seneca, 1/4oz Gold / Orange fishing spoon #15099

Bright orange paint covers exactly half of the convex side on this 1/4 oz (7 g) spoon, creating a sharp contrast against the polished gold plating. Turning the 1 1/2" (4 cm) lure over reveals the classic 'LITTLE CLEO WIG-L-LURE SENECA NY' stamp pressed deeply into the metal, a hallmark of the original Seneca Tackle Company production from New York. The specimen remains in 5/5 condition, showing a mirror-like finish on the gold-tone brass that reflects light with high clarity. Hardware on this item, identified by product code 15099, features a darkened split ring connecting a robust treble hook that retains its original bronzed finish. Designed as a casting lure, its weighted profile and signature hump-backed geometry are tailored for targeting species like trout, salmon, or walleye. This USA-made version represents the durable quality of mid-century metalwork found in original Seneca-stamped pieces.