obol

[ ob-uhl ]

/ ˈɒb əl /

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noun

a silver coin of ancient Greece, the sixth part of a drachma.

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Origin of obol

First recorded in 1660–70; see origin at obolus

Then they were called obol, a word of obscure etymology, or inia, which signifies sticking up or standing erect.
The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony|Washington Matthews
The obol referred to is the small coin placed between the lips of the dead to pay the toll to the ferryman of Hades.
Love, Worship and Death|Rennell Rodd
Thy aim was lettuces; they are worth an obol, they are not worth a talent.
The Teaching of Epictetus|Epictetus
Six years ago to-day it was I came to Rome, with barely an obol of ready money, to make my fortune by my wits.
A Friend of Caesar|William Stearns Davis

Shall the favourite of the gods—shall the guest of Hypatia—earn his breakfast, while I have an obol to share with him?
Hypatia|Charles Kingsley