Par Value
The stated or face amount of a bond.
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Principal
The face amount or Par amount of a Bond, not including interest, payable on its Maturity Date.
See Also
Interest
The amount of compensation for the use of borrowed money paid to the bondholders by the issuer or the borrower.
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Code (Internal Revenue)
The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended and in effect on the date of issuance of the bonds.