Antique rugs are not only unique when you install them in your home, they also have a lot of value. In most cases they cost several times the cost of contemporary oriental rugs. They are characterized by unique and high-quality designs. Due to the high costs that they come with, you should be keen and ensure that you buy the right ones. To help you out, here are the areas that you should focus on:

Take a look at the dates woven into the oriental rugs

Weavers of antique oriental rugs used to weave the dates that they completed weaving in the rugs. The dating was made according to the Moslem calendar. You have to translate the date to your system or ask someone to help you out. When looking at the date, ensure that it’s original. Carefully examine the wool and weaving around it and confirm that it isn’t falsified. Some unscrupulous businessmen might alter the date to give the impression that the rug is old.

Consider the size of the oriental rug

Most of the ancient oriental rugs are Keleys as they were made to fit the layout of ancient homes. If you are looking at a rug and has a long-necked bird’s head in each corner, the rug is most likely a Keleys and is over 100 years old. If you come across a rug that is large and easily fits the modern home, it’s most likely a fake.

Origin of the oriental rug

As you know, ancient rugs were made in Persia. This means that any other rug made from a different country is not antique. In you have been doing your research you must have come across rugs that resemble antique Persian rugs, but they are made in Pakistan. While they might have the look of ancient rugs, they aren’t antique as Pakistan started producing handmade rugs after the second world war. You should also stay away from rugs made in India and China as they are all modern.

Take a look at the Rug’s Color

Genuine ancient rugs were made from vegetable dyes and over the years they will have  naturally worn out. Use a magnifying glass to take a look at the rug. If the colors have smoothly degraded, the rug is most likely ancient.

Conclusion

These are the areas that you should take a look at to determine whether the area oriental rugs that you are planning to buy are antique. To minimize your chances of buying  a fake rug, buy from a reputable store.