The mark consists of a wine label with the word ''RIEBEEKSRIVIER'' above the word ''SWARTLAND'' above the word ''HMR'' in the center. The background on the label depicts a watermark image with a waterway with various boats and Table Mountain beyond the boats. The phrase ''CAPE OF GOOD HOPE'' is in a banner set across the top of an inset square above a triangle framing a woman sitting on a rock. Inside the triangle, are the words ''POSTAGE'' on the left side, ''ONE SHILLING'' on the right side, and ''CAPE OF GOOD HOPE'' along the bottom side. There is a mantelpiece below the word ''HMR'' and ornate framing around the edge around the label. Above the mantelpiece, is a stylized seal containing a bird design above the letters ''AR'', all surrounded by an angular decorative border.