Vintage Citizen Tank Mini Gold-Plated Watch — Roman Numeral Dial (1988)
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Shipping from Europe — taxes and customs duties are the buyer's responsibility outside the EU
Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
International shipping
Photo taken on a 17.5 cm wrist
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A mini Tank with timeless charm
This small Citizen embraces classic elegance with its rectangular gold-plated case, inspired by the spirit of Tank. Its particularly delicate mini format makes it an ideal dress watch for slender wrists. Signed Citizen, a great Japanese manufacture, it combines quartz reliability with a timeless design. A discreet and refined piece, perfect for everyday wear as well as more formal occasions.
The cream white dial features elegant black Roman numerals, framed by an inner railroad track that highlights the precision of reading. The double signature « Citizen Quartz » and the « CQ » logo are understated at the center, while two slender baton hands indicate the hours and minutes. Everything here exudes restraint and the classicism of the dress watch.
At the heart of this Citizen beats a Japanese quartz movement (caliber 8300), a guarantee of precision and ease of use. Citizen, founded in 1930, has established itself as one of the greatest names in Japanese horology and a pioneer of numerous innovations, including Eco-Drive technology. Quartz offers great reliability: a simple battery is enough to power the watch for years, without mechanical servicing.
With its 17mm-wide case and Lug width of 12mm, this Citizen is a small-format watch, ideal on a woman's wrist — and appreciated by those who love mini watches. It is in very fine overall condition: the original dial is clean, the gold plating is well preserved, and the Crystal crystal is in very fine condition. It is fitted with a black leather strap; its steel buckle clasp is not original.
Three points to note
- Rectangular Case (Tank spirit) in gold-plated finish, delicate small format for a slender wrist.
- White dial with Roman numerals, Citizen quartz movement, two hands (hours and minutes).
- Very fine overall condition; clean original dial, preserved gold plating, Crystal crystal in very fine condition.
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Technical characteristics
- Brand: Citizen
- Model: Tank Mini
- Reference: 4-831047.S
- Estimated year: 1988
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Women's watch (mini format)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, caliber Citizen 8300
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated (steel back), rectangular shape
- Dimensions: 17mm wide (19.5mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 25mm
- Thickness: 7.5mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 12mm
- Crown: Gold-plated cabochon, original
- Dial: Cream white, black Roman numerals, signature « Citizen Quartz » and logo « CQ », original
- Hands: Black baton hands (hours and minutes), original
- Crystal : Mineral, very good condition
- Bracelet: Black leather, original
- Buckle : Steel buckle, not original
Condition and warranty
- General condition: Very fine state of preservation. Clear original dial, well-preserved gold plating, Crystal mineral crystal in very good condition.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical: Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
Why is the shape called « 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 house, whose design is said to have been inspired by the tanks of the First World War. The term is now commonly used to describe rectangular dress watches. This Citizen is not a Cartier, but it retains this classic spirit in a particularly elegant mini format.
What is the Citizen brand?
Citizen is a Japanese watch manufacture founded in 1930 (the name « Citizen » appears as early as 1924 on a pocket watch). Renowned for its innovations — including the famous Eco-Drive technology — it is among the greatest names in Japanese watchmaking, alongside Seiko.
What are the advantages of a quartz watch?
A quartz watch offers greater precision than 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 primarily feminine. However, it may 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 bracelet be changed?
Yes. The watch is delivered on a black leather strap, with a steel Buckle. Since 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 delivery time?
Shipment 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
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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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