Museum Archive: Vintage Salm The Killer Red Abalone Pearl Minnow, 1/16oz fishing spoon #12576

Sourced from the 1930s, the construction of this Salm spoon features a genuine piece of red abalone pearl carefully inlaid into a silver-toned metal frame. Weighing 1/16oz (2g) with a length of 1 1/4" (3cm), The Killer Red Abalone Pearl Minnow, identified by Product Code 12576, highlights the use of natural materials prevalent in American light-tackle manufacturing of that era. The hardware consists of two sturdy split rings and a single treble hook at the rear, all appearing in an exceptional state. The condition of this specimen is a clear 5/5, with the abalone showing rich orange and cream hues without any lifting from the metal backing. Its streamlined fish-shaped profile was engineered for casting or trolling, designed to catch light with the iridescent properties of the organic shell.