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Hong Kong frenzy for Olympics banknotes
(Agencies)
Updated: 2008-07-15 16:52

The Bank of China was forced to issue banknote purchase vouchers late Monday night to disperse the crowds, given what it said in a statement "the overwhelming response from the public and the continuous unstable weather conditions."


A photo taken on July 11, 2008 shows a new HK$20 bank note commemorating the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. [Xinhua]  More Photos