I knew from the past reviews for the color to be more tan than ivory, but in the sun the tan looks more like gold.  It's not just a little off from ivory, it's far off from ivory.  I haven't noticed shedding or loose threads, but there are still wrinkles throughout the rug even after it having been set out for a few weeks.  The edges are fine and well finished.  Being as the color was so disappointing, I'm only rating it as high as a three.