Museum Archive: Vintage Little Cleo Seneca Glow, 1/4oz fishing spoon #12593

Splitting the teardrop-shaped body into two distinct halves, the finish on this specimen features a vibrant orange side paired with a cream-colored glow-in-the-dark surface. Identified by product code 12593, the Little Cleo Seneca Glow represents a significant era in USA lure manufacturing before Seneca Lure was acquired by Acme in the early 1980s. Measuring 1 1/2" (4 cm) in length and weighing 1/4 oz (7 g), it displays the classic wide-profile design used for casting and trolling applications. When charged, the luminescent half transforms into a bright teal glow, creating a stark visual contrast against the non-glowing orange paint. The hardware consists of a sharp, silver-toned treble hook and a clean attachment point at the nose. With a condition rating of 5/5, the spoon's finish and metal components show no signs of age. The stamped branding on this Seneca-era piece marks it as a genuine find for collectors of American-made spoons from the late 20th century.