Citizen Pet - 17 Jewels Phynox - hand-wound women's wristwatch

Elegant rectangular Citizen Pet with 17 jewels and antimagnetic Phynox balance spring , manufactured in Japan in the early 1960s.
A typical example of Citizen's fine, robust hand-wound watches in the transition from the 1950s to the 1960s – classic, delicate and technically precise.

Historical background

The Citizen Pet model series appeared around 1959–1962 and was aimed at the Japanese domestic market.
It was designed for ladies who were looking for a reliable yet fashionable and elegant watch.
The model combines Parashock technology with the innovative Phynox balance spring , a nickel-based alloy with increased temperature and magnetic field resistance – a technological advancement that Citizen actively promoted at the time.

The case bears the engraving “CGP STAR – 20 Microns – Stainless Back” and was produced by Citizen Star , one of the case manufacturers at the time.

Technical features

• Model: Citizen Pet – 17 Jewels Phynox
• Caliber: mechanical hand-wound movement (17 jewels, Phynox hairspring)
• Origin: Japan, ca. 1960–1962
• Case: gold-plated (20 microns, CGP STAR), stainless steel case back
• Shape: rectangular with characteristically rounded sides
• Case dimensions: approx. 24 × 17.8 mm
• Lug-to-lug: 30 mm
• Height: 8.5 mm
• Lug width: 10 mm
• Weight: 12 g (including wristband)
• Dial: silver-colored with gold-colored baton indices and hands
• Crown: gilded, knurled
• Condition: beautiful vintage condition, light patina, technically fully functional

bracelet

Equipped with a Japanese genuine leather strap from Maruman , size 10 mm , in light brown color (茶).
The strap is water-repellent (“防水”) and made of fine, textured calfskin with a slight glossy finish.
The combination of warm brown tone and gold case gives the watch a harmonious, classic-feminine appearance.

Description

The Citizen Pet Phynox is a typical example of Japanese hand-wound watches from the early 1960s – functional, precise and elegant.
Despite its compact dimensions, its rectangular case with slightly curved sides and fine gold plating makes a striking impression on the wrist.
The innovative Phynox spiral also made them less sensitive to temperature changes and magnetism – a technical quality feature of their time.

Collector's value and significance

The Citizen Pet is one of Citizen's more interesting early women's models, as it combines technical innovation (Phynox) with elegant design.
Extant pieces in good condition are rare and are becoming increasingly popular among collectors of Japanese vintage watches.

Warranty (used)

This is a used item. The limitation period for claims based on defects (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.

Notice

Since this is a used watch, water resistance cannot be guaranteed.
To protect the clock mechanism, the clock should not come into contact with water or moisture.