Citizen 21 Jewels Appraisal

Vintage Citizen 21 Jewels Automatic Wristwatch - Gold Tone

This is a vintage Citizen automatic wristwatch featuring a gold-toned finish over a stainless steel base. The watch face is a matching champagne gold with a subtle sunburst texture. It features distinctive textured, square-patterned hour markers and a double-day/date complication at the 3 o'clock position, specifically showing Arabic script indicating a Middle Eastern market distribution. The text on the dial reads 'CITIZEN AUTOMATIC' and '21 JEWELS'. The case is an angular, Tonneau-style design typical of the late 1970s to 1980s. The integrated bracelet is a matching gold-tone three-link style. Notably, the clasp is stamped with 'HKP' and 'STAINLESS STEEL', suggesting a replacement or aftermarket band. Regarding condition, there is visible wear to the gold plating, particularly on the sharp edges of the case and the bracelet links, revealing the base metal underneath. The crystal shows fine surface scratches consistent with regular use. The overall quality reflects a mass-market Japanese mechanical movement from the late 20th century, prized for its durability and reliability.