The image depicts an engraving of a person from the shoulders up, facing slightly to the right. The person has a solemn expression with finely etched facial features, including a narrow chin and high forehead, framed by hair styled closely around the head and covered by a cap. They are wearing a high-collared garment adorned with a wide, pleated ruff around the neck. A necklace with a cross pendant hangs around the neck. The background features a decorative frame with elaborate scrollwork, and text at the bottom states "Maria Stuarta, Scotia Regina, Gallice dotaria."