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| The exact origins of the Belouch are shrouded in some mystery and various theories are disputed by academics and historians. The Belouch speak a common language, Belouchi, which is derived from an ancient Indo-Iranian language. Modern day Belouch reside in the border areas spanning the countries of Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. The largest area of Belouchistan exists in western Pakistan with the city of Quetta as its capital. This very old Belouch mat with shells measuring 69" in length and 41" wide originated from the Belouch of Pakistani Belouchistan, who are known for their intricate weft-substitution flat-weaves. |