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Two-dollar note looms as unlucky in public view
The Treasury weighs dropping the two dollar bill amid superstition and widespread dislike. Bank tellers cite counting errors and dirty, torn notes. dealers say the note circulates poorly and invites miscounts. Public notices show broad ill will beyond superstition, with investors and hoarders reacting to its perceived bad luck.
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