·noun A small quantity; a trifle.
II. Pennyworth ·noun A penny's worth; as much as may be bought for a penny.
III. Pennyworth ·noun Hence: The full value of one's penny expended; due return for money laid out; a good bargain; a bargain.
An equivalent. A good pennyworth; cheap bargain. ...
Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose