Valuation & Appraisal
What your rug is really worth
Origin, material, age, condition, and knot density — the five factors any RICA-certified appraiser applies the same way, for insurance, estate, and pre-sale valuations.
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Rug Insurance Appraisal: What Your Policy Actually Requires
Most homeowner policies under-cover handmade rugs by half. The scheduled-personal-property rider and how to back it.
Ghorban Ahmadi4 min readApril 22, 2026 - Insurance
Rug Insurance Valuation
Why you need one, what a proper appraisal includes, how replacement value is determined, and what to do after damage.
Ghorban Ahmadi