Which marketing strategy did Roman merchants commonly use to distinguish their pottery and goods from competitors?

Long before modern marketing and retail strategies, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated approaches to commerce. From the bustling markets of Mesopotamia to the trade routes of the Silk Road, these early societies pioneered techniques that would influence business practices for millennia. This trivia question explores how ancient Romans used an early form of branding to distinguish their products in competitive marketplaces. Test your knowledge of ancient retail innovation!

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Maker's marks (stamps or signatures) to indicate quality and origin
Colorful banners with pictographs hung outside shops
Hired street performers to draw crowds to their market stalls
Loyalty tablets that customers could redeem for discounts on future purchases