Rug buying rules

1. Would you repurchase this rug from me in four years, and
   perhaps show me a profit?

2. Have you given a full and true description and why is this
   a sound investment?

3. Has this been process washed? (This is a treatment given to modern rugs to make them look old.)

4. Has this been chemically bleached, removing all colours
   save two or three?
   (For example, Golden Afghans.)

5. Is the rug complete, i.e. are there any borders, ends or sides
   missing?
   (This can reduce the value of the rug quite considerably.)

6. Has the rug a natural patina?
   (The early rugs were made of wool taken from the breast of the sheep; being the most protected part of the sheep the wool has its own natural lustre.)