Citizen Seven Star Deluxe ACSS 2933-TA (1968)

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This Citizen Seven Star Deluxe is a remarkable example of late 1960s Japanese watchmaking, combining a sporty aesthetic with robust engineering. With its striking black dial, vibrant red accents, and high-grade 23-jewel movement, this timepiece stands out as a highly collectible variation of the famous Seven Star line. It presents a rare opportunity to acquire a "Para Water" era vintage piece in exceptional state of preservation. Brand: Citizen Model: Seven Star Deluxe Reference Number: ACSS 2933-TA Serial Number: 81213607 Movement: Automatic Dial: Black with red accents Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1968 Condition: Exceptional vintage condition. The watch appears incredibly fresh with sharp case lines and a flawless dial presentation. Timegrapher results are provided below. Dial and Hands The dial is a deep, rich black or charcoal tone that serves as the perfect backdrop for the applied silver block indices, each detailed with a striking red center. This red motif is repeated on the outer track, creating a cohesive and sporty racing-inspired look. The silver hands are baton-style and remain in excellent condition. The dial text is crisp, featuring the applied Citizen logo, "Seven Star," and the "Deluxe" designation along with the applied "7" shield emblem. A framed day and date window is positioned at 3 o'clock. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features a distinct cushion shape with broad lugs that display their original factory brushing. The bezel is polished, providing a sharp contrast to the matte finish of the case top. The edges are crisp and unpolished, retaining the original geometry intended by the manufacturer. The acrylic crystal is clear and free of significant distractions. The screw-down caseback is clearly engraved with the "Para Water" designation, a hallmark of Citizen's waterproofing technology from this specific era, along with the model and serial numbers which are deep and legible. Movement The watch is powered by a Citizen 23-jewel automatic movement, visible in the photos as clean and well-maintained. The rotor is signed with the brand and jewel count. Timegrapher readings show a variance of approximately -40 to -48 seconds per day, indicating a functioning vintage movement that is complete and operational. Strap The watch is fitted with a new black leather strap featuring a lizard-style embossed grain pattern and black stitching. It is secured by a silver-tone pin buckle that complements the case finish. Condition This timepiece is in exceptional vintage condition. The dial is pristine with no visible spotting or staining. The case retains sharp, original lines with only microscopic handling marks that are barely visible to the naked eye. The crown fits flush and operates correctly. The overall presentation suggests the watch was worn very sparingly, if at all, over the decades. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm in diameter excluding the crown, offering a classic vintage fit that wears slightly larger due to the cushion case shape. Remarks The Seven Star Deluxe "Para Water" models are becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially with this specific black and red dial configuration. The preservation of the case brushing and the clarity of the caseback engravings make this a collector-grade example. History Citizen introduced the Seven Star line in the 1960s as a high-specification automatic watch designed to compete with Seiko's mid-range offerings. The "Deluxe" variants featured higher jewel counts and more elaborate dial finishing. This specific model dates to January 1968, a period when Citizen was heavily promoting their "Para Water" technology, which was Japan's first water-resistant and dust-resistant watch standard originally launched in 1959. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-CSS-0001