Citizen - Seven Star V2 霊影 (Reiei) – Spirit Shadow - No reserve price - 4-720108 TA - Men - 1970

Available now on auction by Second Vintage This Citizen Seven Star V2 is a quintessential representation of 1970s Japanese watchmaking, featuring a bold cushion case and a vibrant textured dial. It represents a period of intense innovation for the brand, offering a sporty yet elegant aesthetic that remains highly collectible today. Brand: Citizen Model: Seven Star V2 Reference Number: 4-720108 TA Serial Number: 01201657 Movement: Automatic Caliber 7290 Dial: Vertical Brushed Blue Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970 Condition: Good vintage condition. The watch shows honest signs of age and wear consistent with its production era, particularly on the case and crystal, while the dial retains a striking and attractive presence. Dial and Hands The dial features a captivating deep blue tone with a distinct vertical brushed texture that plays beautifully with the light. A defining feature of this model is the unique day and date aperture positioned prominently at the 12 o'clock marker, framing both indications in a single wide window. The applied silver indices and baton-style hands are original to the watch. There is visible patina on the lume plots and some aging around the outer edge of the dial track, adding to its vintage character. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features the classic "C-shape" or cushion design popular in the early 1970s, blending polished sides with brushed upper surfaces. The case shows visible surface scratches and signs of handling throughout, consistent with a watch that has been enjoyed over the decades. The crystal exhibits noticeable scratches and hazing which are visible in the accompanying photographs, typical for an acrylic crystal of this age. Movement Powering the watch is a Citizen automatic movement featuring 23 jewels, visible through the screw-down caseback. The movement appears clean and the rotor swings freely. Timegrapher readings indicate a daily rate of approximately -41 to -48 seconds per day. Which indicates healthy movement structure that is operational, though performance is within the wider range of vintage tolerances. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring contrasting brown stitching. The strap is in clean condition and complements the dark tones of the dial, offering a comfortable fit for the wearer. Condition This timepiece is graded in good vintage condition. While there are evident cosmetic marks on the case and crystal, the structural integrity of the watch remains sound. The dial color remains vibrant despite the minor edge aging. It is an honest example of a 50-year-old timepiece. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm in diameter excluding the crown, making it a versatile size that wears slightly larger due to the cushion case profile. Remarks The Seven Star V2 line was a significant series for Citizen, introducing vibrant dial colors and upgraded automatic movements to the domestic Japanese market. This specific example, with its vertical linen-style blue dial and top-mounted day-date window, is a standout design variation that captures the funky, experimental spirit of 1970s horology. History Citizen launched the Seven Star line in the mid-1960s as a robust, high-performance automatic watch to compete with domestic rivals. The "V2" designation represented an evolution in the series, often featuring more daring case shapes and higher jewel counts. Produced in December 1970, this specific watch dates to the golden era of mechanical watchmaking in Japan, just before the quartz revolution fully took hold. / Second Vintage SKU: CIT4J2YX10000