Which ancient civilization is credited with inventing shop signs with pictorial representations of goods, an early form of retail visual storytelling?

The ancient world wasn't just about wars and monuments—it was also home to sophisticated commercial systems. From the agoras of Ancient Greece to the forums of Rome and the bustling bazaars of Mesopotamia, retail was a vital part of ancient economies. This poll explores how ancient civilizations approached retail visual storytelling—the art of displaying and promoting products in ways that attracted customers thousands of years ago. Test your knowledge about these fascinating early marketing techniques that laid the groundwork for modern retail displays.

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Ancient Egyptians, who painted hieroglyphic product advertisements on papyrus outside marketplace stalls
Ancient Romans, who hung terracotta signboards depicting their wares outside shops in cities like Pompeii
Ancient Chinese merchants of the Han Dynasty, who used silk banners with painted goods outside their establishments
Ancient Mayans, who carved stone reliefs of products available in their marketplace stalls