Citizen charm C5101 Analog Quartz Women

Description

Thank you for visiting my listing! Up for sale is a rare and elegant vintage CITIZEN Charm Ladies Manual Winding Watch (Ref. C5101). Manufactured around the 1950s-1960s, this classic Japanese vintage timepiece features a beautifully crafted round dress case with a luxury 20 Microns C.G.P. (Gold Plated) finish. It houses a 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement. A wonderful project piece for collectors, watchmakers, or vintage enthusiasts looking to restore a timeless piece of mid-century Japanese horological history.

■ Item Specifics

• Brand: CITIZEN
• Model/Series: Charm (17 Jewels)
• Case Reference / Model: C5101 / STAR
• Department: Women / Ladies
• Movement: Mechanical (Manual / Hand-Winding)
• Dial/Face Color: Light Silver / Textured White
• Case Color: Gold Tone (20 Microns C.G.P.)
• Band Color: Gold Tone (Please refer to photos)
• Case Material: 20 Microns Gold Plated & Stainless Steel Back
• Band Material: Vintage Metal Linked Bracelet
• Features: Beautiful Vintage 17-Jewel Movement, Classic Round Case, Star Mark Engraving on Back, Rare Vintage JDM Model

■ Condition

• Movement: NOT RUNNING. The watch is currently non-operational due to its age and long-term storage. It will require professional servicing, oiling, overhaul, or repair to function properly again. It is being offered as a restoration project or for parts.
• Water Resistance Note: This is an antique vintage watch from decades ago. The original water resistance is completely unverified and likely non-existent. Please keep it away from all moisture.
• Cosmetic / Overall: Vintage / Pre-owned condition with visible signs of past use, handling, and aging. The case and bezel show typical fine hairline scratches, light scuffs, and natural gold plating wear/tarnish consistent with age. The crystal lens has visible scratches and wear. The dial features a lovely vintage patina and aging. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the exact cosmetic details.
• Important Note (As-Is / No Return): This item is sold strictly "AS-IS" with no guarantees and no returns due to its non-running mechanical nature. The listing includes the watch only (no original box or manual). It will be wrapped securely in bubble wrap for safe tracked international transit.

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• For Buyers in the USA:
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• Shipping Methods (All Tracked):
  We offer the following shipping options for your convenience. All methods include a tracking number:
  - Economy Shipping: Shipped via Regular International Mail (Tracked).
  - Standard / Expedited Shipping: Shipped via DHL, FedEx, or EMS (Japan Post) for faster and more secure delivery.

🤝 Price Negotiations (Best Offer)

If you would like to negotiate the price, please feel free to send an offer. Since this is a vintage non-running item, we are open to reasonable discounts within a common-sense range. Extreme or lowball offers will be automatically declined.