Toned 1989P Toned Jefferson Nickel- Full Steps?

Toned 1989P Jefferson Nickel.

Is this a full steps nickel?

 

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Yes. Pretty common for modern Jeffersons. Probably more common than not having full steps.
CLAW

 

yes

 

One or more of the TPGs have gotten REALLY fussy about 6 full steps.
Your coin is certainly "full steps" by the 5-step standard.
But to be 6 full steps there must be NO break whatsoever.
That not only means because of the strike BUT also because of "damage".
"Damage" includes not only post-Mint handling but also happenings in the Mint (coin-on-coin hits.)
The "hit" on the bottom two steps just to the right of the "T" I think is okay.
But the break in the bottom step between the "I" and "C" I don't think is.

If I understand it all correctly your coin would probably come out as 5.5 steps.

 

Fussy people we collectors .
rzage

 

Kanga is correct IMHO. 5.5.....if you sent it to get graded more than likley it would get called a 5- Full Steps.

Speedy

 

Full Steps?

For more info about FULL STEPS, Google Full Steps for a variety of articles.
Or for a quick read, this non comercial site contains current definitions,photos, plus PCGS and NGC guidlines.

http://varietynickels.com/pages/jefferson-nickel/grading/understanding-full-steps.php