Antique items come in various forms; there are the lamps, the silverware, the couch, the bed frame and even the area rug. If you are the type of person who loves anything antique then you might consider buying an antique area rug which is then also known as Persian or Oriental rugs. Before you purchase that rug, here some things that you should consider. 1. Age. Usually when we speak of antiques the first thing that comes to our mind is the item's age. With antiques, the value increases as the age increases which means that if the rug is about 500 years old, then you can't expect it to come cheap. Antique area rugs are classified into three timelines. Rugs over 60 years old are considered antiques and can get a little bit pricey. Semi-antique rugs are those rugs aging between 25-60 years old; these rugs can be a bit cheaper as compared to those who fall under the antique category. The last classification is the contemporary; rugs that are less than 25 years old. If you don't want to spend too much on rugs but would want to have that old world feel then you can always settle with rugs that fall under the contemporary category. 2. Authenticity. If you are a true blue antique collector then the authenticity of your item can be a big deal. Nowadays it is easy to make a replica of those oriental or Persian rugs. So if you don't want to end up with a replica or a copy, then you might want to take some extra time to confirm that the antique rug you are about to buy is indeed authentic. It may be hard for you to spot the difference but it wouldn't hurt if you ask an expert. This is an important factor to consider because you wouldn't want to pay more for something that isn't genuine. 3. Source. It is hard to risk buying authentic rugs from shadowy sources. It may come cheap but the risk of you buying a replica is very high. If you want to get the full value of your money, you might want to check out accredited and known antique shops. These shops usually sell all types of antique items including rugs. 4. Overall Condition. Antique rugs are old rugs passed on from one generation to another. In relation to that fact, it is safe to say that these rugs have endured a lot of battery from previous owners. Other than that, it has also survived years of use. So before you purchase an antique rug, take the time to check its overall condition and ask yourself if it is going to last a few more years in your house or would it fall apart even before you put it on the floor. Check your antique rugs for loosened fibers, torn areas, stain spots and discoloration. If you find minute traces of these on your rug, then you can do some minor repair. Do not expect an antique rug to look like brand new rugs; remember that these rugs have been through a lot. Antique rugs are good investments as well as heirlooms. So when you shop for one, take time to check every part of it. Shop wisely especially when shopping for antiques because replicas abound. Be careful especially if you don't know how to spot the difference. | 
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