| Survival Estimate | |
|---|---|
| All Grades | 2,500 |
| 60 or Better | 650 |
| 65 or Better | 10 |
| Numismatic Rarity | |
|---|---|
| All Grades | R-4.5 |
| 60 or Better | R-5.7 |
| 65 or Better | R-9.5 |
| Relative Rarity By Type All Specs in this Type | |
|---|---|
| All Grades | 73 / 106 TIE |
| 60 or Better | 66 / 106 |
| 65 or Better | 32 / 106 TIE |
| Relative Rarity By Series All Specs in this Series | |
|---|---|
| All Grades | 185 / 218 TIE |
| 60 or Better | 167 / 218 |
| 65 or Better | 48 / 218 TIE |
The 1899-S is similar in rarity to the 1898-S. It is not particularly scarce as a date but it is not common either, at least not in choice uncirculated condition.