{"product_id":"vintage-citizen-quartz-cq-gold-tone-cushion-watch-2010-041942-japan-date","title":"Vintage Citizen Quartz CQ Gold Tone Cushion Watch 2010-041942 Japan Date","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrand: Citizen\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModel \/ Series: Citizen Quartz CQ\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase Reference: 2010-041942\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDial Reference: 2935A SMC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditional Case Marking: 31-3040\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMovement: Quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay: Analogue\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDial Colour: Champagne \/ Gold Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase Colour: Gold Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase Shape: Cushion \/ TV Style\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures: Date window at 3 o’clock, centre seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndices: Applied baton hour markers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrap: Black leather-style strap\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Circa late 1970s–early 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCountry \/ Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBattery: New battery fitted\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorking Status: Tested and currently running\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic vintage Citizen quartz dress watch from the early quartz era, featuring the distinctive CQ emblem at 6 o’clock and an attractive rounded cushion or “TV” shaped case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe warm champagne dial is complemented by applied gold-tone baton markers, slim hands and a framed date window at 3 o’clock, giving the watch a refined late-1970s \/ early-1980s appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCitizen was one of the major Japanese manufacturers at the forefront of quartz watch development, and these early CQ-marked examples are becoming increasingly appealing to collectors of vintage Japanese watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Vintage pre-owned condition – see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been tested, fitted with a new battery and is currently running.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Quartz movement currently operating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• New battery recently fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Date function present at 3 o’clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Champagne dial displays visible age-related patina and spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Applied baton markers and dial printing remain clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Gold-tone case shows surface wear, rubbing and loss to the finish consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Crystal has visible scratches, marks and edge wear including to the top right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Fitted with a black replacement leather-style strap showing signs of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Case back retains Citizen reference and production markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• No original box, paperwork or accessories are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe watch has been left in its genuine vintage condition rather than cosmetically restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note that while the watch is currently running with a new battery, no guarantee is made regarding long-term accuracy, water resistance or future servicing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? 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