Museum Archive: Luhr Jensen Little Jewel, 1/3oz Hammered Nickel fishing spoon #7553

Hammered nickel plating covers the convex surface of this spoon, creating a dimpled texture meant to maximize light reflection from various angles. Weighing in at 1/3oz (9g), the Little Jewel is a discontinued model from Luhr Jensen's early USA production era. Turning the lure over reveals a smooth, polished backside with the original "LITTLE JEWEL" and "LUHR JENSEN USA" factory stamps still sharp and legible. This specimen, designated by product code 7553, is 1 3/4" (4.7cm) long and remains in unused condition. The original plating is bright across the entire body, complemented by a clean treble hook and sturdy split rings. While primarily designed for casting or trolling, the heavy-gauge metal construction suggests it was built to withstand repeated strikes from aggressive predators.