Par Value

	Definition of 'Par Value' 1. The face value of a bond. 2. A dollar amount that is assigned to a security when representing the value contributed for each share in cash or goods.
	Investopedia explains 'Par Value' 1. The par values for different fixed-income products will vary. Bonds generally have a par value of $1,000, while most money market instruments have higher par values. 2. Stocks will typically have a par value of 1 cent or none at all.

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