Title: Citizen - Compact - 17 Jewels - Auto Dater - "Para Water" - Men - 1960-1969 Description: A rare and elegant vintage Citizen Compact from the 1960s. This model is part of the "Auto Dater" family, featuring a sleek, slim profile for an automatic watch of its era. The champagne sunburst dial remains in beautiful condition, offering a sophisticated mid-century aesthetic. The case back features the collectible "Para Water" marking (Citizen's early water-resistance designation) and a unique commemorative engraving in Japanese ("勤続20年記念"), indicating it was originally presented as a 20-year long-service award. This adds a wonderful layer of history and provenance to this Japanese timepiece. Specifications: • Brand: Citizen • Model: Compact 17 Jewels • Reference Number: AUDS 2807-K • Serial Number: 8022386 • Gender: Men • Period: 1960-1969 • Movement: Automatic, 17 Jewels • Case Material: Stainless Steel • Case Diameter: 39.6mm (including crown) / Approx. 37mm (excluding crown) • Dial: Original champagne sunburst dial with applied baton indices • Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date • Bracelet: Original or period-correct Citizen stainless steel link bracelet Condition: • Case: Good vintage condition with honest signs of wear and surface scratches consistent with age. • Dial/Hands: Very clean condition with minimal aging. • Crystal: Acrylic crystal with some minor surface marks. • Movement: Automatic movement is running and functional. (Service history unknown). IMPORTANT: Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival. For more details, please refer to the following link:https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees Customs and taxes: Your country of residence may apply extra customs duties and import taxes! Please check the laws of your country to determine if import duties or taxes are applicable. We cannot be held responsible for any expenses incurred for importing items into the purchaser's country of residence. If the winning bidder decides to cancel/withdraw they will bear risk, cost of all shipping and return import duties of the seller. Shipping as an insured parcel with tracking number. Expedited shipping & insured worldwide, (DHL ）