Rug Auction Journal

Learn what determines the value of an antique Persian or Oriental rug, how auction estimates work, and how to submit a rug for professional evaluation.

Explore Nazmiyal’s 2025–2026 auction record and a practical outlook for collectors, with sources and guidance on comparing individual rugs.

A practical guide to choosing antique rugs, checking condition, understanding auction descriptions, and preparing for your first bid.

Nazmiyal is pleased to announce its upcoming online rug auction, being held on May 3rd at 12:00 pm EST. This auction will showcase a diverse portfolio of pieces, featuring rugs from the Grant Collection, the Karmeli Collection, and for the first time, the Aghajan Nassimi Collection.

Nazmiyal Auctions is thrilled to announce an extraordinary auction event, following our successful March auction of Mr. Karmeli’s collection, which celebrates the Legacy of

View the entire Collection of March 23rd Auction The Nazmiyal Auction House is honored to present a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of

Auction Date & Time: Sunday, Sept 22nd at 12pm EDT Discover Rare Antique and Modern Rugs at the Upcoming Nazmiyal Auction Are you a

Rug Collectors Excited About Nazmiyal’s Online Auction! If you’re a rug collector and you are in the market for an antique or vintage rug,

Nazmiyal’s Second Auction is Full of the Best Deals on Rugs If you missed Nazmiyal’s exciting first auction, now’s your second chance to get

Want to Sell Rugs at Auction? Nazmiyal Can Help Nazmiyal’s auctions are a great place to purchase a special carpet for your home or

  Buy Rugs and Bid: Auctions Made Easy   If you are a “rug maven”, you are probably already familiar with Nazmiyal’s collection of