Free Rug Valuation —
Online, No Appointment Needed
Find out what your rug is worth without leaving home. Our specialist team values Persian, Oriental, antique, tribal, and handmade rugs from photographs. Full written assessment within 48 hours. No fees. No obligation.
How Our Rug Valuation Works
Our photo-based process is fast, thorough, and costs nothing.
Photograph the Rug
You need three photographs: the full front of the rug (ideally from directly above), the back showing the weave and knot structure, and a close-up of the pile, fringe, or any repairs. Good natural daylight is best — avoid flash where possible.
Note the rug's measurements (length and width, including whether fringe is counted) and include anything you know about its origin, age, or history.
Submit via Our Secure Form
Upload your photos through our online quote form. Include the dimensions, approximate condition notes, and any labels, stamps, or markings on the rug. The more detail you can provide, the more precise your valuation will be.
Receive a Detailed Assessment
Our team will respond within 48 business hours with a written valuation covering the rug's likely origin, approximate age, construction quality, condition assessment, and current market value. We will also include a purchase offer if the rug falls within our buying criteria.
What Our Valuation Covers
We give you a complete picture of your rug's identity and value — not just a price.
Origin Identification
Where the rug was made — country, region, and weaving tradition. We identify Persian, Turkish, Caucasian, Central Asian, and other origins from weave structure, design, and materials. Learn the method yourself in our rug identification guide.
Age Assessment
We estimate the rug's approximate age using dye analysis, foundation materials, pile structure, and design dating. We distinguish antique (80+ years), vintage (30–80 years), and modern pieces.
Condition Report
A clear description of pile height, any staining, repairs, fraying, structural damage, and how condition affects current value. We never obscure condition issues in our assessment.
Market Value
The current realistic value based on what comparable rugs are achieving at specialist auction, through dealers, and in the collector market. We distinguish between retail value, dealer value, and auction estimate.
Provenance Notes
If you have labels, receipts, auction records, or family history associated with the rug, we factor these in. Documented provenance can significantly affect value.
Purchase Offer
If the rug is something we wish to purchase, we include a direct buying offer alongside the valuation. You are under no obligation to accept — you can use the valuation for any purpose.
What Determines Your Rug's Value?
The Factors That Matter Most
Rug valuation is not simply a matter of age or size. Several factors interact to determine market value, and understanding them helps set realistic expectations before selling.
- Origin: City workshop rugs (Tabriz, Isfahan, Kashan) and recognised tribal groups command premiums
- Age: Pre-1930 antiques and fine early-20th century pieces attract the strongest interest
- Materials: Wool pile, silk highlights, or all-silk construction each affect value differently
- Dye type: Natural vegetable dyes indicate age and quality; harsh aniline dyes can reduce value
- Knot density: Fine city rugs can exceed 500 knots per square inch — a major quality indicator
- Size: Large room-size pieces often command a premium relative to smaller examples
- Condition: Pile height, structural integrity, staining, and the quality of any repairs
- Provenance: Documentation, labels, or a known collection history adds value
Our valuation explains each of these factors as they apply to your specific rug. For typical figures before you enquire, see our rug price guide, which sets out what buyers actually pay by type, size and condition.
Types of Rug We Value
Persian Rugs — Tabriz, Isfahan, Kashan, Kerman, Heriz, Qom, Nain, Hamadan, Bakhtiari, Qashqai
Turkish Rugs — Oushak, Hereke, Bergama, Konya, Anatolian village, kilims
Caucasian Rugs — Kazak, Karabagh, Shirvan, Daghestan, Kuba, Talish
Central Asian — Turkmen guls, Ersari, Baluch, Afghan tribal
Kilims & Flatweaves — Iranian, Turkish, Caucasian, Moroccan
Silk Rugs — Qom, Hereke, Chinese palace silks
Antique Rugs — Any authentic handmade rug over 80 years old
Frequently Asked Questions
Valuation Guides
Valuation From Photos
Exactly which photographs to take, what we assess remotely and what requires inspection.
Rug Price Guide
Understand what drives rug values — type, age, condition and market demand.
Rug Identification Guide
Identify your rug's origin, type and approximate age before requesting a valuation.