Maurice Lacroix Appraisal

Maurice Lacroix Women's Gold-Tone Roman Numeral Dress Watch

This is a women's wristwatch by Maurice Lacroix, featuring a classic gold-tone design. The watch has a round case with a fluted bezel, appearing to be crafted from polished gold-tone metal, possibly plated or PVD coated. The dial is light-colored, likely silver or white, with a textured inner circle and a smooth outer ring. Roman numeral hour markers (III, VI, IX, XII) are present at the cardinal points, with baton indices for the remaining hours. The hands are gold-tone, with a minute and hour hand, and a thinner second hand. A date window is visible at the 3 o'clock position. The Maurice Lacroix logo, a stylized 'M' within a shield, is prominently displayed below the 12 o'clock position. The watch is fitted with a linked metal bracelet, also in gold-tone, featuring small, parallel 'H' shaped links, suggesting a refined construction. The crown, used for setting the time and date, is located on the right side of the watch case and has a fluted edge for grip. The overall condition appears to be good with some signs of wear consistent with use, such as minor surface scratches on the metalwork and potentially the crystal, though these are not severely apparent from the provided image. The gold-tone finish seems largely intact but might show some tarnishing or fading in areas not clearly visible. The watch likely dates from the late 20th or early 21st century, reflecting a timeless dress watch aesthetic. The craftsmanship suggests a mid-range to high-end quality, typical of the Maurice Lacroix brand.