Vintage Citizen Quartz Gold-Tone Dress Watch
Horological Items / Wristwatches

Vintage Citizen Quartz Gold-Tone Dress Watch

This is a vintage Citizen Quartz wrist watch featuring a classic circular gold-tone case and a matching champagne sunburst dial. The watch exhibits high-level craftsmanship typical of late 20th-century Japanese horology. The dial is minimalist, adorned with applied gold-tone baton hour markers, with a double baton at the 12 o'clock position. The brand names 'CITIZEN' and 'QUARTZ' are printed clearly below the 12 o'clock marker. At the bottom of the dial, fine 'Japan' manufacturing text is visible. The case is integrated with a multi-link 'beads of rice' or jubilee-style bracelet that suggests a design era from the 1980s or 1990s. The construction is likely gold-plated stainless steel or base metal. In terms of condition, the watch shows signs of age and wear; significant scratches and surface abrasions are visible on the crystal, particularly near the center and right side. There is also evident gold-plating wear and light pitting on the lugs and bezel, with some accumulated dirt/patina between the bracelet links. The crown is present on the right side of the case. While the quartz movement provides reliable timekeeping, the physical condition suggests frequent previous use without recent restoration.

Estimated Value

$45 - $75

Basic Information

Category

Horological Items / Wristwatches

Appraised On

March 29, 2026

Estimated Value

$45 - $75

Item Description

This is a vintage Citizen Quartz wrist watch featuring a classic circular gold-tone case and a matching champagne sunburst dial. The watch exhibits high-level craftsmanship typical of late 20th-century Japanese horology. The dial is minimalist, adorned with applied gold-tone baton hour markers, with a double baton at the 12 o'clock position. The brand names 'CITIZEN' and 'QUARTZ' are printed clearly below the 12 o'clock marker. At the bottom of the dial, fine 'Japan' manufacturing text is visible. The case is integrated with a multi-link 'beads of rice' or jubilee-style bracelet that suggests a design era from the 1980s or 1990s. The construction is likely gold-plated stainless steel or base metal. In terms of condition, the watch shows signs of age and wear; significant scratches and surface abrasions are visible on the crystal, particularly near the center and right side. There is also evident gold-plating wear and light pitting on the lugs and bezel, with some accumulated dirt/patina between the bracelet links. The crown is present on the right side of the case. While the quartz movement provides reliable timekeeping, the physical condition suggests frequent previous use without recent restoration.

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