I have this 1990 D Nickel in great condition. I was wondering if i sent this to get graded would it come back with the grade of it having full step designation?
From what I've read, during a grading process when looking for FS they look at how many lines are on that particular year some are 5 some are 6 (Don't remember the dates) but they look for VARY distinct lines to count the steps as full steps, Including any debris/scuffs/brakes in the steps themselves. Only vary vary small defects are tolerated and usually only on older coins (40's 50's), which is why they are so rare at older dates.