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1104 horological terms explained

Lume brightnessDisplay

Initial intensity of luminescence immediately after light exposure before degradation occurs

Lume contrastDisplay

Visual difference between luminous and non-luminous dial areas visible in darkness

Lume degradationDisplay

Gradual loss of luminescence brightness and duration in watch hands and dials over extended time

Lume longevityDisplay

Duration and persistence of a watch's luminous glow, measured in hours of visibility in darkness

Lume matchingDisplay

Consistency between luminous brightness levels on dial, hands, and markers in darkness

Lume patinaDisplay

Aged appearance of vintage luminous material showing discoloration, yellowing, or browning over time

Lume shotDisplay

Photograph of a watch taken in darkness showing the glow of luminous materials on dial and hands

Lume uniformityDisplay

Consistent application of luminous coating across dial ensuring even brightness throughout

LuminosityDisplay

Measure of how brightly and for how long a watch's luminous material glows in darkness