The level of eye appeal is below average. While most 1914 Indian Head Quarter Eagles are very well struck, most have inferior luster and noticeably abraded surfaces. Any piece that has good eye appeal is very scarce and is eagerly sought by serious collectors of this series. 

To qualify for the Condition Census, a 1914 Indian Head Quarter Eagle must grade Mint State-65.

117 Proofs were struck in 1914. This is the second lowest mintage figure for the Indian Head Quarter Eagle design. The survival rate is higher than for the 1912-1913 issues and an estimated 60-70 are known. Unlike the 1913, the 1914 is not often found in Proof-65 and higher grades. Most Proofs are in the Proof-63 to Proof-64 range and gems are very rare. The texture is a fine sandblast finish that is found only on this year and the 1915. The coloration is a dark green hue that is a shade lighter than that seen on the 1915 Proofs.

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