Which ancient civilization first developed product branding by stamping manufacturer marks on pottery and other goods to indicate quality and origin?

Before modern retail technology, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated systems for commerce and product exchange. Their innovations in marketplace design, trade networks, and product marketing laid the foundations for today's retail practices. Test your knowledge about the product marketing and retail innovations that emerged thousands of years ago in the cradles of civilization.

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Mesopotamians (circa 3000 BCE)
Ancient Egyptians (circa 2500 BCE)
Indus Valley civilization (circa 2000 BCE)
Ancient Chinese (Shang Dynasty, circa 1600 BCE)