Kind of scout to give money in the past (6)
I believe the answer is:
talent
This clue could be a double definition.
'kind of scout' is the first definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
'money in the past' is the second definition.
'talent' can be an answer for 'money' (I've seen this before). I am unsure of the 'in the past' bit.
'to give' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for talent that I've seen before include "Special ability, may be natural" , "Type of scout - innate ability - old Greek money" , "some scouts are looking for" , "Gift, flair" , "Natural aptitude of an old coin" .)