Which ancient civilization invented the first known retail price tags and standardized pricing system for their marketplace goods?

Before malls and online shopping, ancient civilizations created sophisticated retail systems that laid the groundwork for modern commerce. From specialized market districts in Mesopotamian cities to complex trade routes spanning continents, these early retail innovations shaped how humans exchange goods and services. Test your knowledge about these remarkable ancient retail practices and technologies that influenced commerce for millennia to come.

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Roman Empire - used lead tablets with fixed prices attached to goods in their macellum (market halls)
Babylonians - implemented clay tablets with standard prices for the Code of Hammurabi's fair trade regulations
Ancient Egyptians - utilized papyrus tags attached to goods in their specialized market districts
Phoenicians - developed wooden price markers for their maritime trading posts across the Mediterranean