Ancient Persian rug once owned by American billionaire set to go on sale at Sothebys in June for £5m

Here's more evidence that a fine rug is not "just a rug", and offers its owner much more than a mere floor covering. 
This isn't the immediate goal for every rug buyer of course, but it CAN BE a long term bonus for owning a well-chosen rug. 

• Exquisite handwoven carpet is more than 360 years old.
• Was bought by industrialist William Clark in Paris in early 1900s.
• Carpet is being sold at Sotheby's (New York) in June to raise money for museum.

Ancient Persian rug once owned by American billionaire set to go on sale for £5m

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