7070 EAC fitment issues, plus some pics

I know this has been covered already, but I'm looking for perhaps a different approach to a solution than listed previously. My 1838 large cent, as many have complained about before, does not fit snugly into the designated slot. I've seen recommendations for cutting custom "shims" but I very much dislike this approach.

What other options do you have to table to perhaps remedy this issue? Seeing that it's a decent-enough condition EAC, I'd prefer to avoid anything that could result in damage over time such as paper-based fillers. Should I just try to carve out some foam inserts from other holders?

As promised, here's some pics of my coppers (specifically the half cents), but they aren't necessarily straight-grade types of coins. Great details still, yes... but I'm ok with a "details" grade (if they were to be graded) when it includes actual visual details within the "details" part. That's the gist of my 7070.

 

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You're 1838 seems to have a strike error from the rim through the 8/3 in the date, and the top bun to the rim. Nice coins!

 

Thank you! It seems to be a N-4 and in decent condition, especially compared to the previous placeholder 1816 coin. It measures out fine but the oversized hole in the 7070 leaves a 1mm gap that needs filled. Any ideas on how to get it set properly?

 

Carving out a foam insert is likely your best bet in this case.
Nice coins!

 

I’d take the shim approach even though I don’t like it. I doubt Dansco would trade it out for an album that’s cut properly.

 

Maybe get a circle cutter and make your own filler.
You can usually find them at a craft store.
or contact these folks.
https://www.danscoalbumstore.com/dansco-pages-c-100.html/dansco-pages-miscellaneous-c-100_122.html

 

Best idea yet

 

I make the shims from old album slides. They are of no danger to the coin.

 

I got a thin foam insert and was able to fill in the gap. I resorted to that because I couldn't find a sledgehammer big enough. My first few swings didn't have enough force to widen the coin enough

 

I use a non-invasive self-stick tab. Cut it just a bit larger than the hole, place it in and push the coin in. The strip is covered by the coin and the coin stay in place. Just my way, good luck.