3 entries found for scarcity.
scar·ci·ty ( P ) Pronunciation Key (skârs-t)n. pl. scar·ci·ties
1 -Insufficiency of amount or supply; shortage: a scarcity of food that was caused by drought.
2 - Rarity of appearance or occurrence: antiques that are valued for their scarcity.

Scarcity could be the next best answer. Antiques are only valued if they are scarce. Hmm what bout people?
Sometimes I just wish someone would pat me on the back and say I understand and really mean it.