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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a face value" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to refer to the apparent worth or significance of something, without considering any underlying factors or complexities.
Example: "At face value, the proposal seems beneficial, but we need to analyze the details further."
Alternatives: "superficial value" or "literal value".
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The market now represents transactions with a face value of $600 trillion, up from $88 trillion a decade ago.
A face value ticket for the same section costs £52.
The ticket had a face value of £35.
This compares with a face value of about €75.
Her seat had a face value of $75.
Lehman had derivative contracts with a face value of $738bn.
The loans have a face value of more than $13 billion.
Goldman itself holds bonds with a face value of $270 million.
A ticket with a face value of $74.77 went for $20.
Top-price mid-week "premium" seats have a face value of £85.
The derivatives market now represents transactions with a face value of $600 trillion.
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