Vintage 1980s Beluchi Herat Afghan rug showing a mixture of civil life and elements of the war against Russia like the helicopters overflying a city. Hand knotted tribal war design, completely handmade wool rug. Baluchi carpets, also called Baluch or Beluchi rugs, are handmade carpets originally made by the Baluch nomads, living near the border between Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. They are divided into two main groups, the Sulaimani, and the Makrani. The production of these items is frequently sold in Mashas Iran and in Herat Afghanistan. The patterns and styles vary according to the market through which the distribution is done. The carpets are often small with lively patterns, and praying carpets are common. The dominating colors are red, brown, and dark blue. The warp is made of wool or a mixture of wool and goat hair, newer carpets have a warp made of cotton.