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#1 Posted : Thursday, March 3, 2011 4:39:54 AM(UTC)
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Hi
a couple of years ago I was given what i understand is an Isfahan rug (it measures 63 inches by 41 inches approx) and as far as i can tell is in perfect condition. My knowledge of rugs is non existant and would appreciate any information those in the know can provide. I would never sell the rug but would appreciate a rough idea of valuation for insurance purposes.

I'd like to hang the rug eventually

I'vee posted some pictures on Flicker which i hope helps. Please let me know if any more info is required

Many thanks in advance


http://www.flickr.com/photos/retsub5/?saved=1
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#2 Posted : Thursday, March 3, 2011 10:14:44 AM(UTC)
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Do you have a photograph that would accurately show the knot count?>
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#3 Posted : Thursday, March 3, 2011 12:58:42 PM(UTC)
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Hi Many thanks for the quick response. i'm not much of a photographer Ii'm afraid, but I've added more pictures, hopefully they help, if not perhaps you can give me someguidance on how the photo should look?

Thanks once again

Retsub
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#4 Posted : Thursday, March 3, 2011 4:20:25 PM(UTC)
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As you know, it is difficult to appraise a rug by a few pictures. However, this is a Persian Isfahan rug and it looks like it is in a good condition. I am not very much concerned with the number of knots per square inch, as it does not always indicate a good rug. What is a 600 KPSI rug worth if the pattern or colors are not beautiful? I would appraise this rug around $1400-$1600 provided it has no repairs. I recommend you have it washed if it needs a wash, and fix the fringe as well as the side bindings. Such patterns make nice wall hangings. Good luck.
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#5 Posted : Thursday, March 3, 2011 5:46:17 PM(UTC)
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Many thanks, appreciate the response
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#6 Posted : Friday, March 4, 2011 7:25:16 AM(UTC)
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I would have thought it was a Shahreza rug.
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