Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Little Jewel, 3/4oz Gold / Red fishing spoon #8219

Glistening with a deep gold plating, the front of this teardrop spoon features a vibrant, translucent red paint applied to its upper half. This vintage specimen, identified by product code 8219, is a 'Little Jewel' manufactured by Luhr Jensen during their USA production years. At a length of 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) and a listed weight of 3/4 oz (21 g), the lure serves as a substantial casting or trolling tool for various freshwater species. The back of the spoon reveals a crisp stamp reading 'LITTLE JEWEL' and 'BY LUHR JENSEN USA,' alongside a diamond icon. Interestingly, while the data records it at 3/4 oz (21 g), the metal carries a 1/4 oz stamp, a detail often found in vintage manufacturing variations. The lure is fitted with a sharp treble hook attached by a durable split ring. Observed in 5/5 condition, the metallic surfaces and the red color-way show no signs of use, retaining their original showroom shine.