Meaning of the word "nominal value" in English

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nominal value

US /ˈnɑmɪnl ˈvæljuː/
UK /ˈnɒmɪnl ˈvæljuː/

Noun

1.

the face value of a coin, stamp, or share, especially when it is different from the market value

Example:
The shares have a nominal value of one dollar, but trade at ten dollars.
The stamp's nominal value is 50 cents, but it's a rare collectible.
2.

the value of something in current monetary terms, without adjusting for inflation

Example:
The increase in wages represents a nominal value, but real purchasing power might be lower due to inflation.
Economists often distinguish between nominal value and real value.