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Rare Vintage Citizen Vega Men’s LCD Digital Watch 5088-394313 JDM 1980s
■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare vintage Citizen Vega men’s LCD digital watch, reference 5088-394313, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) in the early 1980s. This uncommon Vega-branded model showcases Citizen’s early digital innovation with a bold, clean LCD display and simple, reliable functionality.
The watch is in full working condition, with all features and functions operating properly. It is currently fitted with an aftermarket stainless steel bracelet, which is in fantastic physical condition and pairs well with the watch. The original hang tags are included, adding to its collectible appeal.
Physically, the watch is in near mint condition, with only minimal signs of handling or storage. The photos best describe its actual condition and should be reviewed carefully.
Key Details:
• Brand: Citizen (Vega)
• Model: 5088-394313
• Era: Early 1980s
• Origin: Japan Domestic Market (JDM)
• Features: LCD digital time and day display, backlight
• Case Material: Base metal with stainless steel back
• Strap: Aftermarket stainless steel bracelet (excellent condition)
• Extras: Original hang tags included
• Condition: Near mint physical condition; fully working — see photos
This is a highly collectible Citizen Vega digital watch that rarely appears on the market, especially with its original hang tags intact. A fantastic piece for serious collectors of early Japanese digital watches.
Ships carefully and securely.
Feel free to message me with any questions.
► ARCHIVE FILE: CITIZEN — BRAND HISTORY
Citizen traces to the Shokosha Watch Research Institute, founded in Tokyo in 1918. Its first product, a pocket watch completed in 1924, was christened CITIZEN, a name encouraged by Tokyo mayor Shinpei Goto in the hope that the watch would be close to the hearts of ordinary people. Citizen Watch Co. was formally established in 1930, and through the postwar decades it grew into one of the two pillars of Japanese watchmaking alongside Seiko, eventually ranking among the largest watch producers in the world.
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