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Vintage GE Sealed Beam Auxiliary Vehicle Lamps

This pair of vintage automotive auxiliary headlamps features heavy-duty construction typical of mid-20th-century utility lighting. Each unit consists of a round glass sealed beam lens housed within a robust black-painted metal bezel. The left lamp clearly displays the recognizable circular General Electric (GE) logo embossed at the center of the fluted glass lens, indicating the manufacturer. These lamps are mounted via adjustable metal clevis brackets that are secured to a base plate, allowing for directional tilting. The wiring is visible behind the units, showing various gauges of insulated wire in red, orange, and white, some with aftermarket yellow crimp connectors and black zip-ties, suggesting they were previously installed on a vehicle or equipment. The condition reflects heavy use and age; there is significant paint chipping and wear on the black bezels, exposing the underlying metal, which shows signs of light surface oxidation. The glass lenses remain intact without large cracks, though they exhibit minor surface pitting. The craftsmanship is utilitarian and industrial, likely dating from the 1960s to 1980s, designed for durability in automotive, agricultural, or off-road environments.