Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Little Jewel, 1/2oz Nickel fishing spoon #13690

Stamped with the iconic diamond-facet logo, the reverse side of this Luhr Jensen classic proudly displays its American heritage and model lineage. The polished Nickel finish on this 1/2 oz (14 g) Little Jewel, product code 13690, remains remarkably bright, earning a condition rating of 5/5. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), the spoon features deep-etched markings for the model name and "USA" origin on the convex side. It comes fitted with a dark treble hook and a robust split ring, both showing no signs of wear or corrosion. While the technical data lists the weight at 1/2 oz (14 g), the vintage stamping on the metal body specifically notes 2/5 OZ, a characteristic detail found on certain production runs of this discontinued series. Designed for casting or trolling applications, the heavy-gauge metal provides the density needed to reach specific depths in the water column. The clarity of the original nickel plating makes it an excellent addition for a collector focusing on early Hood River manufacturing.