Woof.—Always cotton, sometimes dyed brown.

Nap.—A rather coarse wool, clipped short.

Sides.—Usually overcast, as a rule with different colored wool, seldom selvaged.

Ends.—Always a short fringe with loose warp threads at each end. Occasionally they are knotted.

Border.—From three to five border stripes, generally three, one wide central stripe with a narrow one on each side. The central stripe frequently carries the Herati design.

Prevailing Colors.—Blue, red, and green in all their shades; brown, old ivory, terra cotta, and occasionally yellow.

Dyes.—Of the best excepting in some of the new pieces.

Designs.—Similar to those of the Bakhshis. A shaded background is a characteristic feature.

Cost.—From $1.25 to $3.50 a square foot.