The Survival Estimate represents an average of one or more experts' opinions as to how many examples survive of a particular coin in three categories: 1) all grades, 2) 60 or better, and 3) 65 or better. These estimates are based on a variety of sources, including population reports, auction appearances, and personal knowledge. Survival estimates include coins that are raw, certified by PCGS, and certified by other grading services.
Numismatic Rarity
Numismatic Rarity converts the Survival Estimate for a particular coin into a number from 1 to 10 (with decimal increments) based on the PCGS Rarity Scale. The higher the number, the more rare the coin.
Relative Rarity By Type
Relative Rarity By Type ranks the rarity of this coin with all other coins of this Type. Lower numbers indicate rarer coins.
Relative Rarity By Series
Relative Rarity By Series ranks the rarity of this coin with all other coins of this Series. Lower numbers indicate rarer coins.
The 1914 Proof Barber Dime has the lowest mintage in the series. Several other dates in the series also have similar mintage figures, therefore, the 1914 Proof trades at about the same price as most other dates up to about PR65 condition. In PR66 itis much scarcer and brings a significantly higher premium than most other dates in the series. PR67 examples are seldom seen in the marketplace and it can be a few years before one appears at auction. In PR68 condition they are very few known.
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