{"product_id":"montre-citizen-plaque-or-mini-cadran-blanc-1988","title":"Vintage Citizen Gold-Plated Mini Watch — White Dial (1988) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCitizen vintage: a mini gold-plated Tank watch with Roman numerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Citizen watch\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecream white dial\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Citizen is powered by a \u003cstrong\u003equartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e17mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Citizen watch, rectangular case (Tank format) in mini gold-plated format, white dial with Roman numerals (1988).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz movement by Citizen, reliable and precise, from one of the major Japanese manufactures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini format (17mm), ideal for a slim wrist; crisp dial and gold plating well preserved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover all our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-\u0026lt;span%20data-glossary-id=\"\u003ecitizen-vintage\"\u0026gt;Vintage Citizen watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-femme\"\u003ewomen's vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citizen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz, mini Tank format (rectangular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-831047.S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1988\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Women's watch (mini format)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, Citizen caliber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated (steel back), shape rectangular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17mm (19.5mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5mm (including the Crystal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated cabochon, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream white, black Roman numerals, signature « Citizen Quartz » and « CQ » logo, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black baton hands (hours and minutes), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very fine condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black leather, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  Very fine condition. Clean original dial, well-preserved gold plating, Crystal in very fine condition.\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do we refer to the shape as « Tank » for this watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe « 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Citizen brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCitizen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the advantages of a quartz watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this watch be worn by a man?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the strap be changed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international shipping time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Citizen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54136664752465,"sku":"8091159 4-831047.S","price":265.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_03920.jpg?v=1782910402","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-citizen-gold-plated-mini-watch-white-dial-1988","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}