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Antique Rug Specialists

Sell Your Antique Rug
to Specialist Buyers

Free expert valuation in 48 hours. We buy genuine antique rugs of all origins — Persian, Caucasian, Turkish, Central Asian — at genuine market prices with no fees and no obligation.

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Why Antique Rugs Deserve Specialist Buyers

General dealers and clearance companies regularly undervalue antique rugs by 80–95%. The difference between a specialist offer and a clearance price can be thousands of pounds. Don't sell until you have an expert opinion. If you suspect your piece is exceptional, see our dedicated service for selling rare and museum-quality rugs.

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Expert Authentication

We correctly identify origin, age, and construction — the factors that determine whether your rug is worth hundreds or tens of thousands.

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True Market Prices

Our offers reflect genuine collector market values — not retail-minus-margin or clearance rates. We pay what antique rugs are actually worth.

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48-Hour Response

Three photographs. Forty-eight hours. A genuine purchase offer with full explanation of how we arrived at the figure.

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All Conditions Accepted

For genuine antiques, wear and age are expected. We don't penalise honest patina — we understand it's part of what makes a piece authentic.

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All Origins Considered

Persian, Caucasian, Turkish, Turkmen, Chinese — every genuine antique tradition is within our expertise. No rug is too obscure.

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No Obligation

Our valuation is genuinely free. You're under no obligation to sell. Use our expert opinion however you wish.

Antique Rugs We Buy

Persian Antiques

  • Isfahan — pre-1950, city workshop
  • Tabriz — 19th & early 20th century
  • Kashan — fine floral, pre-1940
  • Heriz — bold geometric, pre-1930
  • Qom — silk and wool, all dates
  • Sarouk, Sultanabad, Ferahan
  • Qashqai, Bakhtiari tribal

Caucasian Antiques

  • Kazak — bold geometric, 19th c.
  • Shirvan — fine, floral & geometric
  • Kuba — dragon carpets, medallion
  • Daghestan — prayer rugs, lattice
  • Karabagh — large format, floral
  • Talish, Moghan runners
  • Early 20th century pieces

Turkish & Central Asian

  • Oushak — large format, soft palette
  • Ghiordes — prayer rugs, 18th–19th c.
  • Hereke — silk and wool, palace quality
  • Tekke Turkmen — tribal guls
  • Yomut, Afghan tribal pieces
  • Chinese Art Deco, 1920s–40s
  • Kilims — all origins, pre-1940

How to Sell Your Antique Rug in 3 Steps

Photograph Your Rug

Take three photos: full front view in natural light, full back view (essential for authentication), and a close-up of the knot detail. No professional equipment needed — a smartphone works perfectly.

Receive Expert Assessment

Within 48 hours, our specialists identify the origin, estimate the age, assess construction quality, and provide a genuine purchase offer — with a full written explanation of our assessment.

Accept & Receive Payment

Accept the offer at your convenience. We arrange collection at no cost to you. Payment is prompt and straightforward. No hidden deductions, no commission, no fees.

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What Sellers Say

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"I inherited a collection of antique rugs and had no idea what I had. Heritage Rug Buyers identified every piece correctly and paid prices I never expected — far above what an auction house had quoted."

— Margaret T., Edinburgh
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"The level of knowledge was extraordinary. They knew the exact Kazak village my rug came from based on the border design. Got a price that reflected genuine market value, not a clearance offer."

— James R., Bath
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"I was told by two dealers my Heriz was worth £400. Heritage Rug Buyers offered £3,200. The difference was staggering. Always get a specialist opinion before selling."

— Patricia L., London

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifies as an antique rug?
A rug is considered antique if it is 100 years old or more. Pieces between 60–100 years are termed semi-antique. Both categories attract serious collector interest. We buy both.
Do antique rugs need to be in perfect condition?
No — for genuine antique pieces, some degree of wear is expected and accepted. Honest patina and use-wear do not significantly reduce value. A 120-year-old Kazak with wear can be worth far more than a perfect modern reproduction.
How do I know if my rug is genuinely antique?
Turn it over. Genuine antique handmade rugs show individual knots on the reverse with the design mirrored. The wool develops a characteristic warmth and natural dyes show depth and variation. We identify age as part of every free valuation.
What if I don't know where the rug is from?
We identify origin as part of every valuation. Submit photographs and our specialists will determine where it was made, approximately when, and by whom — all for free.
What are antique rugs typically worth?
Values vary enormously: 19th-century Kazak £1,500–£8,000; fine Isfahan pre-1950 £3,000–£15,000; early Turkmen tribal £500–£6,000; silk antiques £3,000–£50,000+. Only a specialist assessment gives you an accurate figure.
How quickly can I sell?
We respond within 48 hours of receiving photos. From first contact to payment typically takes under one week — compared to 8–16 weeks for specialist auction houses.

Don't Sell Your Antique Rug Without Expert Eyes

The difference between a specialist offer and a general dealer's price can be thousands of pounds. Get a genuine expert valuation — free, in 48 hours, with no obligation to sell.

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