She says, “This isn't foolproof, but antique wool rugs tend to have fewer knots per square inch than modern, machine-made ones.” She notes that silk rugs are the exception to this rule, ...

“An antique or vintage hand woven wool rug creates ... If you’re looking for a majorly sophisticated touch, opt for a silk rug. “Silk rugs are the epitome of luxury,” Umansky says.

Hand woven with the finest materials including wool and silk, a single Persian rug can ... can cost tens of thousands of dollars, with antique rugs fetching even higher prices.