December 9, 2024 Fishing Lure
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/9/2024
3” length. A product of The Pontiac Manufacturing Company based in Michigan, the circa 1909 Radium Minnows were so named as the paint used in some of the finishes was radioactive and would therefore glow. This example is finished in non-radioactive solid red with a dark back. These baits have uniquely-shaped, lobed props and the side hooks are fastened by inserting a screw through the hook eye and using a wide-rim washer to reduce friction wear. Both yellow glass eyes are solid and the paint is off the single belly weight. A great example grading Very Good to Very Good Plus.
Item Dimensions: 3" length.