Vintage Citizen Gold-Plated Mini Watch — White Dial (1988)
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Citizen vintage: a mini gold-plated Tank watch with Roman numerals
This vintage Citizen watch is a delicate dress piece with a rectangular gold-plated case in a mini format, and a white dial with Roman numerals. Its elongated « Tank » silhouette and cabochon crown lend it a classic, timeless elegance. Its slim proportions make it an ideal watch for a delicate wrist, mainly feminine. A refined Japanese piece, perfect for everyday wear as well as evening occasions.
The cream white dial highlights classic black Roman numerals, framed by a fine inner railway minute track, as well as the « Citizen Quartz » signature and the « CQ » logo. Fine black baton hands glide over the whole, for clear, high-contrast legibility. A sober, luminous dial in the grand tradition of dress watches.
This Citizen is powered by a quartz movement from the brand, reliable and precise, battery-operated. Citizen, one of Japan's leading watch manufactures, is renowned for the quality of its calibers and its innovations, including the famous Eco-Drive technology. A regulated movement, ensuring precise daily timekeeping without burdensome mechanical maintenance.
With its 17mm case in mini format and gold-plated rectangular shape, this vintage watch offers a delicate, dressy profile, ideal for a slim wrist. The original dial is crisp and the gold plating well preserved, as is the Crystal. It is fitted with a black leather strap, with a steel Buckle.
Three points to note
- Vintage Citizen watch, rectangular case (Tank format) in mini gold-plated format, white dial with Roman numerals (1988).
- Quartz movement by Citizen, reliable and precise, from one of the major Japanese manufactures.
- Mini format (17mm), ideal for a slim wrist; crisp dial and gold plating well preserved.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Citizen
- Model: Quartz, mini Tank format (rectangular)
- Reference: 4-831047.S
- Estimated year: 1988
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Women's watch (mini format)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, Citizen caliber
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated (steel back), shape rectangular
- Dimensions: 17mm (19.5mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 25mm
- Thickness: 7.5mm (including the Crystal)
- Lug width: 12mm
- Crown: Gold-plated cabochon, original
- Dial: Cream white, black Roman numerals, signature « Citizen Quartz » and « CQ » logo, original
- Hands: Black baton hands (hours and minutes), original
- Crystal: Mineral, very fine condition
- Bracelet: Black leather, original
- Buckle: Steel pin buckle, not original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition:
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we refer to the shape as « Tank » for this watch?
The « Tank » shape refers to a rectangular case with straight lines, popularized by Cartier — the Tank is a registered model of the maison, whose design is said to have been inspired by the tanks of the First World War. The term is now commonly used to describe dress watches with a rectangular shape. This Citizen is not a Cartier, but it carries this classic spirit in a particularly elegant mini format.
What is the Citizen brand?
Citizen is a Japanese watchmaking manufacture founded in 1930 (the name « Citizen » appeared as early as 1924 on a pocket watch). Renowned for its innovations — including the famous Eco-Drive technology — it ranks among the greatest names in Japanese horology, alongside Seiko.
What are the advantages of a quartz watch?
A quartz watch offers superior accuracy to most mechanical watches and requires no winding: a battery powers it for several years. It is a reliable, hassle-free solution, ideal for everyday wear.
Can this watch be worn by a man?
It is above all a mini-format watch (17mm wide), designed for slender wrists, and therefore mainly feminine. It may nevertheless appeal to lovers of small vintage dress watches, a style now appreciated in a Unisex way. It all depends on the wrist and each person’s taste.
Can the strap be changed?
Yes. The watch is delivered on a black leather strap, with a steel Buckle. As the Lug width is 12mm, the strap can be replaced with a model of the same width according to your preferences.
What is the international shipping time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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