The Gem Collection by Couristan is a tribute to time-honored design. Its inspiration comes from the original rugs exhibited in museums around the world. These cherished patterns are artfully translated and updated into modern-day masterpieces, making it possible to display Gem’s beautiful designs in any home. Gem’s Masterpieces are woven of the finest 100% New Zealand semi-worsted wool. This high quality wool creates a dense, lustrous pile plus amazing design and color clarity. Couristan’s exclusive locked-in-weave construction secures each individual strand of yarn into an upright position, creating a beautiful crystal-point finish. The result is a dramatic outline of each and every design and motif. The adornment of hand-knotted fringes makes Gem’s beauty complete. Whether it’s classic or contemporary, there’s a Gem design for every room. Gem’s comprehensive size range makes it possible to create a highly stylized look throughout the home. Fringed runners make a dramatic impression in hallways and entryways, while a roll runner cut to fit any desired length is a perfect choice for stairways.