Denomination
Definition of 'Denomination'A classification for the stated or face value of financial instruments, including currency notes and coins, as well as bonds and other fixed-income investments. Denomination may also refer to the base currency in a transaction, or the currency in which a financial asset is quoted. This further classification helps clarify acceptable payment options in transactions. |
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Investopedia explains 'Denomination'For example, currency notes dispensed by most ATMs in the U.S. are only available in certain denominations such as $20 bills or $100 bills. In a trade transaction, an exporter based in |
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