Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Wonderlure, 1/32oz gold/red fishing spoon #21355

Hammered gold textures catch the light across the face of this diminutive 1" (2.3 cm) spoon. Identified by Product Code 21355, the Acme Wonderlure is a staple of vintage American ultralight tackle, weighing in at a delicate 1/32oz (1g). One side of the blade features a deeply dimpled pattern, while the reverse remains smooth, bearing the crisp WONDERLURE stamp typical of early USA production. The visual contrast is heightened by a vibrant red treble hook, which remains in 5/5 condition alongside the rest of the bright gold-plated body. Every component, from the split ring to the hook points, shows the high level of care given to this specimen over the years. This lure remains a prime example of mid-century finesse engineering, originally intended for panfish and trout in small streams or clear lakes.