Dead Man’s Hand - Aces & Eights Meaning & Story Explained
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WEBMar 14, 2024 · While aces and eights dates back to 1876, the hand itself wasn’t publicized and brought into the spotlight until 1926. Prior to becoming a regular part of poker lingo, the 1903 version of the Encyclopedia of Superstitions, Folklore, and the Occult Sciences of the World claims that “Jacks and sevens are called the ‘Dead Man’s Hand.’.
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