Weave.—Loosely woven as a rule.

Sides.—Selvaged with goats' hair or overcast with colored yarns.

Ends.—Narrow colored webs with warp ends braided.

Border.—Usually two or three stripes, which are, as a rule, rather narrow in proportion to the size of the rug.

Prevailing Colors.—Brilliant dark colors. Browns and blues seem to predominate.

Dyes.—Generally good.

Designs.—Large, irregular, rude geometrical designs, somewhat similar to those of the Kazak. The latch hook is frequently employed.

Sizes.—Usually small.

Prices.—From $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot.