Genuine Persian rugs are of Iranian origin, while those that come from countries such as Pakistan, Nepal, India, Afghanistan, or Turkey, among other countries, are not considered the real McCoy. In order not to be disappointed in your choice and purchase of such an item, these are the suggested checks you should apply:
Labels on Persian rugs it will be found at the bottom of the mat. Make sure your carpet is made in Iran. If the carpet comes from another country, it is not considered strictly Persian.
Knots in Persian rugs it will be single or double loop. Fabrics originally used a single loop; now, however, the double loop has been accepted. Check that on an old or really old carpet, a simple loop has been used.
Pattern: Check that the carpet pattern is not showing on the back. If so, it is most likely machine-made.
Design of the Persian carpet: the designs and distributions of these carpets have remained basically the same throughout the years, presenting only one of the four distribution principles, that is, a compartment; a central medallion; a whole or a single-sided design. All motifs have meaning and significance, and are linked to the region of origin.
Weaving techniques Hand-woven rugs will be expensive because they are labor-intensive to produce; Also, no two identical rugs will be made. Genuine hand-knotted rugs can be either flat-weave (the least expensive), hand-knotted (the most expensive), or hand-tufted.
Knotting density of Persian rugs: In other words, the number of knots per square inch contributes greatly to the quality of the carpet. 30 to 300 knots per square inch is the average range for a good quality Persian carpet. Those with 300 knots per square inch are the thickest and most expensive.
When hand spun wool is used, the carpet becomes more valuable, and each carpet is unique. They are less uniform than machine-made rugs.
Another factor to consider is the type of to dye used. If the dye is natural, the carpet will cost up to 30 percent more than otherwise.
Persian rugs between 50 and 100 years old are known as semi-antique and are less expensive than those 100 years old or older; These are known as antiques. Your Persian rug will increase in value over time.
Prospective buyers can scan eBay, where a wide variety of rugs can be seen, before making a proper selection.