Which ancient civilization first widely used maker's marks (early product branding) on retail goods to indicate quality and origin?

Before modern retail and marketing, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated commerce systems with unique product identities. From Phoenician purple dyes to Roman mass production techniques, these early civilizations pioneered concepts we still use in retail today. This trivia explores one fascinating aspect of ancient product marketing that changed how goods were identified and sold throughout the Mediterranean world.

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Ancient Egypt, with hieroglyphic seals on pottery indicating royal workshops
Ancient Greece, with potter and artist signatures on amphora and retail goods
Mesopotamia, with cuneiform stamps indicating temple production
Ancient China, with imperial seals denoting official production facilities