2024/06/18
LAYERS of TIME Collection
with Structural Colour Dials
to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the First CITIZEN Watch
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the first CITIZEN-branded watch, CITIZEN is releasing a new themed collection - LAYERS of TIME – featuring structural colour dials*1 inspired by the geological layers of rock and minerals that shaped our planet over millions of years. Six new limited-edition models will be released from the collection.
* Price, launch date, and limited-edition release details may be subject to change.
* Price, launch date, and limited-edition release details may be subject to change.
LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition Models
The new LAYERS of TIME themed collection is being released to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first CITIZEN-branded watch, drawing a parallel between the creation of CITIZEN’s watchmaking history over the last century and the formation of the geological layers of rock and minerals that shaped our planet over millions of years. All models in the collection feature structural colour dials to express the enduring beauty created by nature.
All models are equipped with CITIZEN’s proprietary light-powered Eco-Drive*2 technology. The dials are made from 100% recycled polycarbonate printed with structural colour ink developed by FUJIFILM Corporation. This innovative technology produces a captivating glitter and sheen on the dial, creating a sense of depth inspired by countless layers of rocks and minerals formed over millennia. The pigment-free ink utilizes light reflecting off the surface of the microstructures in the ink to create a range of hues and tones. These unique dials were made possible thanks to Eco-Drive technology that utilizes light as a form of clean energy to measure the passage of time. Each of the four men’s models has unique finishing on the bezel and dial inspired by different geological layers and minerals in the Earth’s crust. In contrast, the ladies’ models feature diamonds that give an elegant sparkle to the dial.
Product Specifications
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| The colour gradation covers the entire surface of the sapphire bezel, finished with vapor deposition technology, shifting from blue to purple depending on the viewing angle. | The rings around the subdials at the twelve o’clock and six o’clock positions have an intricate pattern of circles to showcase the unique structural colours. | |
| Brand | CITIZEN ATTESA / LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition Model Eco-Drive SATELLITE WAVE GPS ※3 F950 | CITIZEN ATTESA / LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition ModelEco-Drive Radio- Controlled ※4 |
| Model | CC4057-60E | AT8286-65E |
| Price(projected) | USD 2,950 | USD 1,925 |
| Limited quantity | 1,900 (Worldwide) | 2,100 (Worldwide) |
| Launch | Spring 2024 (Scheduled) | |
| Case/Band | Super Titanium™ ※5（ Duratect DLC ※6） | |
| Glass | Dual spherical sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating | Sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating |
| Case diameter / thickness | 44.6mm/15.4mm（ design specification only ） | 42.0mm/10.8mm（ design specification only ） |
| Specifications | ■ Cal.F950 / Accuracy of ±5 seconds per month (without time signal reception) / Eco-Drive running for 5 years on full charge (in power save mode) / SATELLITE WAVE GPS / World Time functionality / 1/20 Second Chronograph Measures up to 24 Hours / Light Level Indicator / Power Reserve Indicator / Perpetual Calendar ※7 ■ Luminous (Hands+Index) ■ W.R. 10 BAR ■ Recycled materials used for selected dial components | ■ Cal.H800/ Accuracy of ±15 seconds per month (without time signal reception)/ Eco-Drive running for 10 months on full charge (in power save mode) / Global Radio-Controlled / World Time functionality / Chronograph / Perpetual Calendar / Power Reserve Indicator ■ Luminous (Hands+Index) ■ W.R. 10 BAR ■ Recycled materials used for selected dial components |
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| The matching white hands and indices accent the structural colours on the dial to produce an eye-catching look. | The black gradation on the outer edge of the dial provides a link between the case and the dial, highlighting the unique structural colours. | |
| Brand | CITIZEN PROMASTER / LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition Model Eco-Drive Radio- Controlled Geo Trekker | CITIZEN / LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition Model Eco-Drive Radio- Controlled |
| Model | BY3005-56E | CB5878-56E |
| Price(projected) | USD 1,000 | USD 840 |
| Limited quantity | 10,000 (Worldwide) | 2,400 (Worldwide) |
| Launch | Spring 2024 (Scheduled) | |
| Case/Band | Stainless steel (Grey-colored plating) | |
| Glass | Sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating | |
| Case diameter / thickness | 46.0mm/11.5mm（ design specification only ） | 43.0mm/12.0mm（ design specification only ） |
| Specifications | ■ Cal.H864 / Accuracy of ±15 seconds per month (without time signal reception) / Eco-Drive running for 2.5 years on full charge (in power save mode) / Global Radio- Controlled / World Time functionality / Power Reserve Indicator / Perpetual Calendar ■ Luminous (Hands+Index) ■ W.R. 20BAR ■ Screw lock crown ■ Engraving on case back ■ Recycled materials used for selected dial components | ■ Cal.E660/ Accuracy of ±15 seconds per month (without time signal reception)/ Eco-Drive running for 3 years on full charge (in power save mode) / Global Radio- Controlled / World Time functionality / Power Reserve Indicator / Perpetual Calendar ■ Luminous (Hands+Index) ■ W.R. 10 BAR ■ Recycled materials used for selected dial components |
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| The lab-grown diamond ※8 at the twelve o’clock position represents the inherent beauty of our planet. The crown also features a glittering lab-grown diamond. | Sparkling natural diamonds on four indices on the dial and a row of four diamonds at the three o’clock position on the case provide a stylish look and a touch of elegance. | |
| Brand | CITIZEN xC/ LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition Model Eco-Drive Radio- Controlled | CITIZEN L / LAYERS of TIME Limited-Edition Model Eco-Drive |
| Model | EE1008-56E | EM1067-88E |
| Price(projected) | USD 1,280 | USD 650 |
| Limited quantity | 1,500 (Worldwide) | 4,200 (Worldwide) |
| Launch | Spring 2024 (Scheduled) | |
| Case/Band | Super Titanium™（ Duratect DLC）Single diamond on the crown (lab-grown diamond) | Stainless steel (Grey-colored plating/4 diamonds ) |
| Dial | One lab-grown diamond | With 4 diamonds |
| Glass | Spherical sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating | Spherical sapphire glass |
| Case diameter / thickness | 29.0mm/8.8mm（ design specification only ） | 29.5mm/8.3mm（ design specification only ） |
| CO2 emissions | - | 7.5kg |
| Specifications | ■ Cal.H296/ Accuracy of ±15 seconds per month (without time signal reception)/ Eco-Drive running for 4 years on full charge (in power save mode) / Global Radio- Controlled / World Time functionality / Power Reserve Indicator /Sun & Moon Display ■ Luminous (Hands) ■ W.R. 5BAR ■ Recycled materials used for selected dial components | ■ Cal. E031 / Accuracy of ±15 seconds per month / Eco-Drive running for 6 months on full charge ■ W.R. 5BAR ■ Recycled materials used for selected dial components |
※1 Structural colour dial: A dial printed with pigment-free ink that produces colours by using light reflecting off the surface of the microstructures in the ink layer.
※2 Eco-Drive is CITIZEN’s proprietary technology that powers watches using any natural or artificial light source, eliminating the need to replace batteries. A first within the watch industry, Eco-Drive was certified as an Eco Mark product by the Japan Environment Association (JEA) and recognized for its contribution to environmental sustainability.
※3 GPS satellite-synchronized watch captures the date and time signals sent by GPS satellites from space — orbiting 20,000 kilometers above the Earth — bringing ultra-precise timekeeping to wherever people are on the face of the globe.
※4 Radio-controlled watches receive signals from radio transmitters to correct the time and calendar automatically.
※5 Super Titanium™ is CITIZEN’s proprietary technology to treat solid titanium with surface hardening technology. It is at least 5 times harder than stainless steel, resistant to scratches, lightweight and gentle to the skin for comfortable wearing.
※6 Duratect is CITIZEN’s proprietary surface hardening technology that enhances the surface hardness of metals such as stainless steel and titanium, protecting watch bodies from scratches and damage. This technology offers excellent abrasion quality and maintains the luster of metals for long periods of time. Duratect DLC achieves Vickers hardness of 1,000-1,400 by creating an amorphous carbon hard film—mainly composed of carbon and hydrogen—on the surface of the material (Vickers hardness of stainless steel is approx. 200 HV).
※7 Perpetual calendar is a fully automatic calendar control function that automatically adjusts the end of each month, including the months of a leap year, until February 28, 2100.
※8 Lab-grown diamonds: Diamonds created in a lab that have the same hardness and brilliance as natural diamonds. All lab-grown diamonds used by CITIZEN are made in a lab, rather than being mined from the earth, making them ethical products created in adherence with the highest level of environmental, safety, and labor standards.
<About CITIZEN>
CITIZEN WATCH is a true manufacture d'horlogerie with the capabilities to carry out the entire watch manufacturing process in-house, from creating a watchʼs individual components to its final assembly. The company operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Since its founding in 1918, CITIZEN has held the belief of “Better Starts Now” ̶ that is, no matter who you are and what you do, it is always possible to make something better, and now is the time to start doing it. Sharing this belief, we have made watches, invented and improved technologies and explored the future of watches such as our proprietary light-powered Eco-Drive technology.
*Eco-Drive, Duratect, Super Titanium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Citizen Watch Co., Ltd.
*The final design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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