History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v4.c60.s18.3

v4.c60.s18.3

Shivaji had crammed the hollow core of a sannyasi's staff with gems and gold coins. Some more money was concealed in his shoes, and a diamond of great value and several rubies coated with wax were sewn in the dresses of his servants or carried in their mouths.