Free Persian Rug Valuation —
Detailed Assessment in 48 Hours
Find out what your Persian rug is genuinely worth on the current market. Our team values Tabriz, Isfahan, Kashan, Heriz, Qom, tribal, and every other Persian style from photographs. Written assessment. No fees. No obligation to sell.
Persian Rug Origins We Specialise In
We have specialist knowledge across all major Persian weaving centres and tribal groups.
City & Workshop Rugs
Formally designed pieces from Iran's historic weaving cities. Fine knotting, intricate patterns, and high-quality materials distinguish city workshop rugs.
- Tabriz — Varied designs including medallion, hunting, and pictorial; often large format
- Isfahan — Elegant arabesques, rich crimson or navy fields, very balanced compositions
- Kashan — Deep reds and blues, refined medallion designs, among the finest Persian knotting
- Nain — Pale ivory grounds, silk highlights, extremely fine knotwork
- Qom (Qum) — All-silk or silk pile on cotton, collector-grade pieces
- Kerman — Pastel palette, rose medallion designs, large room-size pieces
- Heriz — Bold geometric medallions in rust and navy, extremely durable
Tribal & Village Rugs
Hand-woven by nomadic and semi-nomadic peoples. Geometric patterns, natural dyes, and directness of design are hallmarks that collectors prize.
- Qashqai — Geometric medallions, rich natural dyes, strong tribal character
- Bakhtiari — Panel garden designs, vivid palette, wool on wool construction
- Kurdish — Bold geometry, rich colours, heavy durable pile
- Lori — Closely related to Bakhtiari, expressive geometric designs
- Shahsavan — Small-format flatweaves and pile rugs with great tribal character
- Baluch — Dark grounds, geometric prayer arches, Khorasan province
- Gabbeh — Abstract, thick pile, Qashqai tribal origin
What Determines a Persian Rug's Value?
Origin City
Kashan, Isfahan, and Qom consistently command premiums. Recognised tribal groups are also highly valued.
Age
Pre-1930 antiques and fine early-20th century workshop pieces attract the strongest collector interest.
Dye Type
Natural vegetable and mineral dyes indicate age and quality. Synthetic aniline dyes (post-1870s) can fade harshly.
Knot Density
Fine city rugs can exceed 500 KPSI. Qom silk rugs may reach 800+ KPSI — a key quality indicator.
Size
Large room-size pieces often attract premiums. Oversize gallery rugs are particularly sought.
Condition
Pile height, repairs, and structural integrity matter — though great age can offset wear for antique pieces.
Materials
Silk pile or silk highlights typically increase value significantly over all-wool pieces.
Provenance
Labels, auction records, or documented collection history can add meaningfully to value.