Face Amount / Face Value Meaning & Definition

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Definition of Face Amount / Face Value

The stated principal amount of a security. Par value is of great importance for fixed income securities such as bonds or preferred stock. Par value for bonds is traditionally $1,000 while par for a preferred stock is normally $100. Par value is of little importance when looking at common stock.