Citizen - Seven Star V2 - No reserve price - 4-771061 Y - Men - 1973

Available now on auction by Second Vintage This exceptional Citizen Seven Star V2 perfectly encapsulates the daring and innovative design language of early 1970s Japanese watchmaking. Combining a high-jewel automatic caliber with a deeply captivating green gradient dial and a striking faceted crystal, this timepiece is a testament to Citizen’s commitment to both mechanical excellence and aesthetic bravery. It stands as a highly collectible and visually arresting example of a golden era in horological design, offering immense character on the wrist. Brand: Citizen Model: Seven Star V2 Reference Number: 4-771061 Y Serial Number: 30721733 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 7700, 26 Jewels Dial: Vibrant green gradient dial with horizontal brushed texture, applied gold-tone indices, remaining exceptionally clean and free of visible spotting or damage. Case Size: 39 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1973 Condition: Excellent vintage condition with well-preserved factory lines and a stunningly preserved dial. Dial and Hands The dial is a breathtaking example of 1970s Japanese design, featuring a vibrant green gradient finish that transitions from dark forest green at the top and bottom edges to a lighter, luminous tone across the center. This dynamic coloration is further enhanced by a distinct horizontal brushed texture that plays beautifully with the light. The layout features an applied gold-tone Citizen logo and a prominent applied V2 emblem, accompanied by crisp white printed text for Seven Star and 26 Jewels. The applied gold-tone hour markers are sharply faceted and feature black center stripes, perfectly matched by the gold-tone baton hands which also carry black inserts. A stepped gold-tone frame outlines the day-date aperture at the three o'clock position. The dial condition is outstanding, presenting a remarkably clean surface entirely free of moisture marks, spotting, discoloration, or print loss, maintaining its original factory vibrancy. Case and Crystal The 39 mm stainless steel case features a robust, cushion-style silhouette characteristic of the era, providing substantial wrist presence. The case retains clear definitions between its brushed upper surfaces and polished flanks, demonstrating honest vintage wear with light, superficial scratches consistent with careful use over the decades. The original CTZ signed crown is neatly recessed at the four o'clock position. A major highlight of this piece is its heavily faceted acrylic crystal, cut with intersecting geometric planes that create unique optical distortions and reflections over the dial. The crystal remains in very good condition, showing only minor surface wear that does not detract from its dramatic visual effect. The screw-down caseback is sharply engraved with all factory specifications, including the reference and serial numbers. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Citizen Caliber 7700, a robust 26-jewel automatic movement manufactured in Japan. The movement is cleanly presented in the provided macro imagery, with the winding rotor clearly stamped with the Citizen nomenclature and jewel count, while the base plate bears the Japan designation. The architecture of the movement shows excellent preservation. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher indicates a result of -6s to -12s/day. Strap The watch is fitted with its original Citizen stainless steel folded-link bracelet. The clasp is proudly stamped with the Citizen branding. The bracelet flows seamlessly from the cushion case and accommodates a wrist size of up to 19.5 cm. It shows normal vintage stretch and surface wear consistent with the case, remaining highly wearable and period correct. Condition This timepiece is presented in excellent vintage condition. The case has been well-preserved, showing only honest handling marks and light scratches while retaining its intended geometric shape and finishing contrasts. The true highlight is the dial, which has survived in near-flawless condition without any of the typical degradation or moisture intrusion often found in watches of this vintage. The faceted crystal, hands, and applied furniture all remain crisp and visually commanding. Dimensions The case measures 39 mm in width, excluding the crown. The included original bracelet will accommodate a wrist circumference of up to 19.5 cm. Remarks Finding a Citizen Seven Star V2 with such an immaculate and vibrant green dial, complete with its original faceted crystal and signed bracelet, is increasingly difficult. The interplay between the faceted glass and the horizontally brushed gradient dial creates a visual experience that modern watches rarely replicate. This is a superb acquisition for any collector of vintage Japanese horology seeking a piece with undeniable character and mechanical pedigree. History Introduced in the late 1960s and flourishing into the 1970s, the Citizen Seven Star line was designed to offer robust, high-jewel count automatic movements wrapped in contemporary, youth-oriented designs. The V2 variants often featured upgraded calibers, striking dial colors, and avant-garde case and crystal shapes, directly competing with the bold offerings from rival Japanese manufactures. These watches reflect a period of immense creativity and technological advancement in Japan, where brands pushed the boundaries of traditional watchmaking to create timepieces that were as much fashion statements as they were reliable precision instruments. / Second Vintage SKU: CIT-CVS-0012