Citizen - Crystal Date Automatic Para Water - No reserve price - 52903 - Men - 1960-1969

Citizen – Crystal Date – Para Water – Ref. AUDS 52903-TA – Automatic – 1960s

This Citizen Crystal Date represents one of the brand’s transitional models from the late 1960s, a period when Japanese watchmaking rapidly moved toward higher-grade materials and modern styling.
While most domestic watches of the era still used acrylic crystals, Citizen introduced the “Crystal” line to emphasize its adoption of glass crystals—a premium feature at the time.
The Crystal Date combined this improved durability with Citizen’s early Para Water technology, giving everyday users a more robust, moisture-resistant wristwatch.

The glossy black dial with applied indices, slim case profile, and understated date window make this model a perfect example of Citizen’s elegant, urban design language of the 1960s.
The watch also retains its original signed “C” crown, an increasingly scarce detail that significantly enhances collectability.

Functions

Powered by an automatic 17-jewel movement, the watch winds smoothly, runs, and:

Quick-set date via 1-position crown pull

Time-setting functions operate properly

Condition (fully transparent, yet appealing)
Case

Vintage wear and light scratches

Case lines and proportions remain well preserved

Dial

Deep black dial with attractive shine

Light aging spots visible under certain angles (see photos)

Inner chapter ring

Some discoloration and aging, as commonly seen on this model

Crystal

Original glass crystal (not acrylic)

Overall clean with no major noticeable scratches

Only minor age-related marks under close inspection, not distracting

Movement

Currently running

Date quick-set works as intended
As with all vintage watches, accuracy, power reserve, and water resistance cannot be guaranteed.

Strap

New 18mm genuine leather strap

Measurements

Case diameter (excluding crown): approx. 36.5 mm

Lug width: 18 mm

Suitable for wrist sizes 17–22 cm

Caseback engravings

AUDS 52903-TA

61112337 (serial)

Para Water / Citizen Crystal Date markings intact

Overall Assessment

The Citizen Crystal Date occupies an important place in Citizen’s 1960s lineup—
a model that blended modern materials (glass crystal), emerging water-resistant construction (Para Water), and a clean, dress-oriented design language.

With its glossy black dial, reliable 17-jewel automatic movement, preserved original crown, and a glass crystal that remains in very good condition, this watch offers excellent value both as a vintage daily wearer and as a representative example of Citizen’s transitional era craftsmanship.

The watch will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking for safe delivery.