LONGINES | RETAILED BY HERPY ARNOLD, BUDAPEST: A GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER CHRONOGRAPH WATCH WITH VERTICAL REGISTER AND TACHYMETER SCALE CIRCA 1900

LONGINES
RETAILED BY HERPY ARNOLD, BUDAPEST: A GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER CHRONOGRAPH WATCH WITH VERTICAL REGISTER AND TACHYMETER SCALE
CIRCA 1900

gilded lever movement, steel chronograph mechanism partially visible to the backplate, cut and compensated bi-metallic balance, numbered under the dial 1242750, white enamel dial signed Herpy Arnold Budapest, Roman numerals, running seconds at VI o'clock and 30-minute recording at XII o'clock, red outer tachymeter scale, blued steel chronograph hand, engine turned gold case with gold cuvette, numbered 1094727
diameter 51mm

Condition Report:
The case is a little rubbed so the engine turning has almost entirely rubbed away,

The dial is clean with no cracks or damage visible

The watch appears to run when wound at the time of cataloguing but the chronograph button does not appear to function correctly

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."