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Afghan carpets bring pattern, colour and weaving skill into everyday spaces. Look closely at the texture and construction, and ask where and how a piece was made.

Compare materials, dimensions and condition before deciding. A useful conversation covers the maker, the weave and care instructions, as well as the price.

Jewelry offers a small-scale view of craft, from worked metal to carefully set stones. Explore pieces for their design and workmanship, rather than relying on a seller’s description alone.

Ask what a stone and its setting are made from, whether treatments have been used and what documentation is available. Compare several pieces and choose a seller who answers clearly.

Ceramics, carved wood and calligraphy can make meaningful keepsakes. Look for objects that reveal the maker’s process, from a glazed surface to the marks of a carving tool.

Ask about the workshop behind the object and how to care for it. Check weight, fragility and packing needs before choosing something for the journey home.