**Maurice Lacroix – Avant-Garde Ladies Bangle Watch – Swiss Made – Stainless Steel – Sapphire Crystal** Offered for auction is an elegant and distinctive Maurice Lacroix ladies wristwatch, a sophisticated Swiss-made creation that perfectly combines contemporary design with the refinement for which the brand has become internationally respected. Its slender architectural case seamlessly integrates into the original black rubber bangle bracelet, creating a modern jewelry-inspired timepiece that is both fashionable and timeless. The minimalist black dial, oversized Arabic numerals, and elongated silhouette give this watch a unique personality that remains instantly recognizable even today. **Technical Details** * Brand: Maurice Lacroix * Country of Manufacture: Switzerland * Movement: Swiss Quartz Movement * Case Material: Stainless Steel * Case Dimensions: 40 x 20 mm * Crystal: Sapphire Crystal * Dial: Original Black Dial * Functions: * Hours * Minutes * Crown: Signed Crown * Water Resistance: Untested * Bracelet: Original Maurice Lacroix Rubber Bangle Bracelet * Wrist Size: Fits wrists up to approximately 17 cm * Clasp: Original Maurice Lacroix Folding Clasp * Box: Generic Watch Box **Condition Report** The watch is offered in Grade B condition. The stainless steel case shows signs of normal wear and use consistent with age. The original black dial remains well preserved and retains excellent legibility. The sapphire crystal presents nicely and helps preserve the elegant appearance of the watch. The original Maurice Lacroix rubber bracelet remains fitted to the watch and contributes significantly to its distinctive design identity. Please review all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description and condition assessment. **Story & Heritage** Maurice Lacroix is one of the great modern Swiss success stories. Established in the heart of Swiss watchmaking, the brand quickly earned recognition for producing timepieces that combine traditional craftsmanship with innovative and unconventional design. This model represents a period when luxury watchmakers began exploring the fusion between fine jewelry and watchmaking. Rather than simply creating a small watch, Maurice Lacroix designed a complete wearable sculpture—where case and bracelet become a single flowing form. The elongated stainless steel case evokes the sleek lines of Art Deco architecture while remaining distinctly modern. The bold black dial, framed by sapphire crystal, creates a striking contrast that enhances the minimalist aesthetic and highlights the clean elegance of the design. Unlike traditional round watches, this Maurice Lacroix was created to be worn as both a watch and a bracelet, offering the refinement of Swiss watchmaking alongside the sophistication of contemporary jewelry. It is precisely this dual purpose that makes such pieces increasingly sought after by collectors who appreciate unique and less conventional Swiss creations. Today, watches like this stand as reminders of an era when luxury brands dared to experiment with form, creating pieces that were not only instruments for telling time but statements of personal style. Elegant, unconventional, and unmistakably Swiss, this Maurice Lacroix is a beautiful example of modern luxury design and a charming collector's piece from one of Switzerland's most respected independent watchmakers. **Express Delivery Via UPS Express** Internal Reference Number - Ctm. 40