Reverse At the top is a crown – the symbol of British rulers. To the left, bottom, and right along the rim are crossed maple branches, tied together with a ribbon forming a bow. In the central part is a three-line inscription in English: '25 cents 1899'. The edge of the coin features raised elements in the form of dots.
Obverse In the central part of the coin is struck the left-facing profile of Queen Victoria of Great Britain. Along the upper arc of the coin's edge from left to right runs the text 'VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA'. Translation: 'Victoria by the Grace of God, Queen'. In the lower part, along the arc of the coin's edge, is the country name Canada in English: 'CANADA'. The edge of the coin is decorated with raised dots.