Museum Archive: Vintage Nungesser Troller Nungesser, 1/16oz gold fishing spoon #18143

A weight of just 1/16 oz (1.8 g) makes this gold-finished spoon a delicate choice for light tackle setups. Spanning 1 1/2" (3.5 cm) in length, the lure showcases the functional design popularized by Robert Nungesser after he founded the Nungesser Troller Bait Co. in Washington D.C. back in 1942. The upper face is clearly stamped with the manufacturer’s name inside a stylized fish logo, a signature detail for collectors. A central rivet passes through the body to secure the single hook, a construction method that provides a low-profile silhouette. Identified by product code 18143, the specimen retains its gold luster with only minor signs of age, earning a condition rating of 4/5. A small split ring at the head serves as the primary line attachment point for this American-made classic.