face value

[feys val-yoo, feys val-yoo]

noun

1. the value printed on the face of a stock, bond, or other financial instrument or document.

2. apparent value.

   Do not accept promises at face value.

face value

noun

1. the value written or stamped on the face of a commercial paper or coin

2. apparent worth or value, as opposed to real worth

Word History and Origins

Origin of face value¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Idioms and Phrases

see at face value.

Example Sentences

“It’s true, a woman died,” Evelyn admits, “but through no fault of mine. . . . And I trust that my version of this desperate affair will be accepted at face value.”

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As it stands, Occidental probably would redeem the Berkshire preferred stock in 2029, when it can do so at a 5% premium to face value.

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Opting for the cheapest ticket we could find, mine cost around three times face value and arrived via a link from a mobile phone a few days later.

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"The club have not received any funds above the face value price of these season tickets and have immediately returned the seats for sale to supporters who have entered the official ballot for upcoming fixtures."

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But Newcastle do not have an authorised reseller and the only way to sell season tickets is through the club's official platform at face value.

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