An 8 ball of coke is a term used on the street to refer to a 3.5-gram packet of cocaine, which is about one-eighth of an ounce. It is a commonly used illicit drug that is often sold in small, tightly wrapped packages or vials. The term "8 ball" comes from the fact that an eighth of an ounce of cocaine is about the size of the 8 ball used in the game of pool. An 8 ball of cocaine is a significantly large amount of the drug to be consumed by one person in one sitting, and it is commonly purchased to share at a party or with a group. Consuming an 8 ball of cocaine can lead to overdosing and emergency health complications, including fatal consequences. The cost of an 8-ball of cocaine bought illegally on the street can vary depending on the supply and demand of the moment, the purity of the cocaine being sold, and other drugs that may have been mixed in with cocaine. The price can range from $60 to $560. Using an 8-ball of cocaine can be dangerous and lead to a range of adverse health consequences, including addiction, overdose, and serious health problems.