Rare Bateman Frog

Description

Unique lure from inventor Robert E. Bateman of North Girard, Pennsylvania. Granted a patent for this unusual lure, along with multiple other related patents in 1958, this frog conforms exactly to Figure 1 of the original patent papers, including the bulging eyes, rotating legs and double spinners. This large 2 3/4" size was unknown prior to its inclusion in Lang's Fall 2014 auction. With hand painted spots and black accents, grading at least Ex-/Ex with only minor wear. Of the handful of larger size Bateman Frogs, this is in the nicest condition.

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