...thanks for the reply, chris. yea, it didn't wow me and i had seen the border and couldn't tell whether it was a design or damage... i asked for more photos, but haven't received any yet. i was just more curious to see the forum's thoughts on what it is (also, is it forum's or forums'...it'd be forum's right, singular possessive even though the forum represents multiple people....any English majors out there?)
...i think i'll pass...thanks again!
ps...i'm still looking to get my hands on the 6x9 sarouk i had posted a coupe of weeks back...very interesting seller...great guy.