Museum Archive: Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 3/16oz Gold fishing spoon #7681

Glistening in a rich Gold finish, this specimen exemplifies why Louis Johnson’s design became a staple for anglers facing heavy vegetation. As an unused item, the lure maintains its original factory luster, resulting in a condition rating of 6. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) and weighing 3/16 oz (5 g), it provides a compact profile for spinning applications. The spoon is forged from a heavy copper and zinc alloy, intentionally thickened in the center to maintain its upright orientation. Its integrated wire weed guard protects the hook, allowing it to move through cover without hanging up. Originally introduced in 1920, this American-made vintage piece carries Product Code 7681, distinguishing it from modern production. The packaging includes the vintage orange interior box and the white outer sleeve, which bears the "Gold Minnow" designation.