Expert Appraisals for Your Oriental & Antique Rugs

Rugs are more than just their size and price. Your rugs have a lot of history that most people outside the antique oriental rug community know little about. A professional rug appraisal can help you learn more about your rug and determine how much it's worth if you need to make an insurance claim or want to sell it.

Rug appraisal is a very specialized job that requires years of training and experience. In addition to damage, the appraiser from Albrite Rug Cleaning looks at the rug's design, sheen, size, country of origin, and any repairs already done. Alex Shumskiy, our on-site appraiser, is well respected in the Essex County, MA, community for his knowledge and appreciation for antique rugs from around the world. Call our team at 978-682-7651 today to schedule an appraisal consultation. 

What Determines the Value of an Antique Oriental Rug?

Several factors influence the value of a rug appraisal. The conditions listed below break down the value of your Persian rug and its antique rug appraisal value:

  • Age
  • Condition
  • Country of Origin
  • Size
  • History of Repair
  • Craftsmanship
  • Material Makeup

The Reason Why Oriental Rugs Are Highly Valued

It may take a rug maker a year, or even decades, to complete a single rug. It takes great skill and dedication to hand weave the luxurious wool and silk used in Oriental and Persian rugs. It takes significantly more time to weave with finer yarns like silk and cotton than with coarser yarns like wool because of the complexity of the patterns required. This is why rugs crafted from finer yarns than wool alone are more expensive. The high cost, however, is justified. These rugs have a lifespan of 50–250 years with proper maintenance.

You can count on us for honest, accurate rug appraisals—call 978-682-7651 now.

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