December 9, 2024 Fishing Lure
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/9/2024
Measuring 5 - 1/4" long, and likely dating to pre-1910, this unattributed bait figures to be an important piece in the history of early American wooden minnows. Most noticeable are the Ypsilanti Minnow style props riding on brass wire eyes and adorned with the same type of brass ring bearings you find on early Expert minnows. The side hooks are attached by through looped brass wires, both of which are well-executed, patinaed, and seemingly original to the lure. Both eyes are constructed from driving brass brads through domed brass washers. It has a long, recessed strip of lead running along the belly. The paint finish is a pure delight with a white belly and fully green back, and decorated with thickly applied red gills, lateral line, and spots. A wonderful early bait deserving of a respected place in your collection.
Item Dimensions: 5 - 1/4" length.