Flokati Wool Rug (handwoven, ~140x200cm, 100% wool)

The original shag rug, still made in Greece the old way — buying at source saves ~50% vs US retail even before tax-free.

Price: 120 EUR (Mid-density (1500g/m²) genuine flokati at Greek sellers — best knowledge; small throws from €50)

Where to buy: Rug shops in Athens (Plaka/Mitropoleos area), producers around Trikala and Tripoli; some ship internationally

Price checked 2026-07-03

• A protected traditional Greek craft: shaggy 100% wool rugs finished under waterfall-driven washing since Byzantine times
• Check the label says 100% New Zealand or Greek wool and made in Greece — synthetics abound abroad
• Bulky: either vacuum-bag a small one or have the shop ship; shipping can eat the saving on big sizes