You may wonder about your rug’s age whether it came to you as a gift, or you recently purchased it. One of the most common questions asked is “How old is my rug?” The age of a rug is crucial to determine its value of a rug. Even for a rug enthusiast, figuring out how old a specific rug is, is one of the most difficult skills to acquire. An antique rug in mint condition is worth more than a new rug but age does not always increase the value of a rug. Many other factors contribute to determining the worth of a rug.

For many different reasons the age of your prized possession can be of special interest. In general, older rugs have a higher value compared to new ones. This topic can become a center of attention for your other fellow rug owners and guests. Weavers of new rugs work under more favorable conditions compared to the nomadic weavers working under harsh conditions weaving their artistic creations on the rug. A lot of people have a different perception of their rug’s age which they call antique. Very old rugs can feel sandy, gritty, or even smooth on the back. Even tightly woven rugs can become flexible over time. There’s more to it than just the Construction of a rug that helps determine how old a rug is. Experts believe a rug must be considered antique to be hundred years old. A semi-antique rug falls under the category of 50 to hundred years old. Contemporary rugs can be a very confusing term for many rug owners. It is referred to as a modern rug. Anything that ages from 10 years old to 50 years old is considered a contemporary rug. Just like certain types of cars become more valuable as they get older. The same goes for the rugs when determining their value. Factors like how many are there in the marketplace, the condition of the rug, is it stained? Worn? Or is any repair done to it? Moreover, the rarity of a certain type, colorway, or style of the rug also determines its worth.In short, it’s all about age and that is how the experts frame it.