Vintage Citizen Quartz Gold-Plated Watch — Two-Tone Golden Dial (1986)
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Shipping from Dubai — taxes and customs duties are the buyer's responsibility outside the UAE
Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
International shipping
Photo taken on a 17.5 cm wrist
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Citizen Quartz — The graphic design of the 1980s
This vintage Citizen Quartz watch is a witness to the watchmaking style of the 1980s, signed by one of the great Japanese manufactures. Citizen, which has designed and produced its own movements since 1918, marked the decade with dress watches of bold design — this one is a fine example.
Its two-tone dial is its signature: a sunburst gold central field, framed by two black lateral bands that create a striking graphic contrast. Applied baton indices, hexagonal “CQ” logo, Citizen Quartz mention — a clean, luminous dial with immediate legibility. A distinctive eighties look that now appeals to neo-vintage enthusiasts.
The rectangular gold-plated case, mounted on its original integrated bracelet with gold-plated links, gives the whole a fluid and elegant silhouette. The complete consistency between case, bracelet and Buckle — all original — is a valuable asset on a vintage piece. The quartz movement ensures reliable precision and minimal maintenance.
A vintage Citizen with a confidently asserted character, to wear both every day and with dress attire, for both men and women. Selected, authenticated and inspected by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.
Three points to note about this piece
- Two-tone gold and black dial with an eighties graphic design: a sought-after look among neo-vintage enthusiasts.
- Citizen, a major Japanese manufacture producing its own movements since 1918.
- Case in rectangular gold-plated case and original integrated bracelet: complete consistency, reliable quartz movement.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Citizen
- Caliber: 4031 (dial engraving: 4031-490395 KA)
- Estimated year: 1986
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Quartz
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
- Case: Gold-plated steel, rectangular shape
- Case back: Gold-plated
- Dimensions: 32mm (33mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 37mm
- Thickness: 6.8mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Gold-plated, original
- Dial: Two-tone (sunburst gold central field, black lateral bands), applied baton indices, original
- Hands: Gold baton hands, original
- Crystal: Mineral, condition 7/10
- Bracelet: Original integrated gold-plated link bracelet (length 20 cm)
- Buckle: Integrated deployant clasp, original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Beautiful preserved condition with a pronounced vintage look. Original two-tone dial, gold-plated case and bracelet showing signs of wear consistent with age (plating wear on the edges), Crystal in good condition (7/10).
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty
- Included: Invoice Atelier Victor, protective presentation box
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Citizen a reputable brand?
Yes. Citizen is one of Japan's leading watch manufactures, founded in 1918, which designs and produces its own movements in-house. It is notably the originator of Eco-Drive and numerous quartz innovations. -
Is the bracelet original?
Yes. The integrated gold-plated link bracelet, its Buckle, and the crown are all original, in perfect harmony with the case — a highly desirable asset on a vintage piece. Length 20 cm. -
Is the case solid gold?
No, it is gold-plated over a steel base — common on dress watches from the 1980s. The plating shows signs of wear on the edges, visible in the photos. -
What does the « CQ » logo on the dial mean?
It is the « Citizen Quartz » logo, used by the brand on its quartz-powered watches of the period. It confirms membership in Citizen's Quartz range. -
What is the international delivery time?
Shipping within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, 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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