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Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W)

The Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W) is a current-production dress watch with a titanium (super titanium, duratect platinum and duratect sakura pink) case, finished with duratect platinum and duratect sakura pink (two-tone) (super titanium surface treatment). It is priced under the $648.50 median for the category. The maker states no nickel-bearing steel at any skin-contact point, across the case, caseback and bracelet.

All Citizen watchesWatch dress watchesUnder $500Under 11 mm thickOn a titanium braceletSolarCompact (38 mm and under)
Price
$444
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Titanium (Super Titanium, Duratect Platinum and Duratect Sakura Pink)
Water resistance
50 m
Type
Dress
Case diameter
27.0 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
Origin
Japan
Movement
Eco-Drive radio-controlled
Caliber
H060
Complications
Time only
Colour
Rose
Surface treatment
Duratect Platinum and Duratect Sakura Pink (two-tone) (Super Titanium surface treatment)
Finish technology
Surface hardening
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Maker states none
Bracelet / strap
Super Titanium bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Light silver (sakura pink accents)
Dial colours
Silver Salmon
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Weight, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: Citizen Spec checksGrade Jul 2026Price Aug 2026
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W) nickel-free?

On the maker's published specification, no nickel-bearing steel touches the skin: a titanium (super titanium, duratect platinum and duratect sakura pink) case with a titanium caseback, plus a non-steel crown and bracelet and clasp. That is what the guide records rather than a test of the watch, so confirm the contact points with the maker before buying if you react to nickel.

What is the case material of the Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W)?

The Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W) has a titanium (super titanium, duratect platinum and duratect sakura pink) case with a titanium caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W)?

It is 27.0 mm in diameter, 8.2 mm thick, and water resistant to 50 m.

How much does the Citizen xC Hikari Collection (ES9496-64W) cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $444.

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