Face value (par value) is the amount a bond pays at maturity. Most corporate and government bonds have $1,000 face value. Bonds can trade above (premium) or below (discount) face value before maturity.
Example
A $1,000 bond always pays $1,000 at maturity regardless of purchase price.
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