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Vintage Hawthorne “Old Sol” Carbide Bicycle Headlight Lamp Up for sale is a vintage Hawthorne Old Sol carbide bicycle headlight lamp manufactured by Hawthorne Mfg. Co., Chicago, Illinois and marked J.D. Soper – Registered / Patented. These early bicycle lamps were powered by calcium carbide, which produced acetylene gas to fuel the flame, providing illumination for early bicycles before electric lighting became common. This example features a chrome metal body with hinged front lens door and green jewel side lens. A classic accessory used on early cruiser and antique bicycles. Item Details • Brand: Hawthorne• Model: Old Sol• Maker: J.D. Soper• Manufacturer: Hawthorne Mfg. Co.• Location: Chicago, Illinois• Type: Carbide bicycle headlight• Fuel: Calcium carbide• Era: Early 1900s bicycle accessory Condition • Vintage pre-owned condition• Normal surface wear and patina from age• Untested• Please review all photos for condition details Great For • Antique bicycle collectors• Hawthorne / Montgomery Ward bicycles• Early cycling memorabilia• Vintage display or restoration projects