Which animal mascot was prominently displayed by merchants in ancient Egyptian marketplaces to symbolize the protection of commerce and retail transactions?

Before modern brand mascots and logos, ancient civilizations used powerful symbols to represent their marketplaces and trading establishments. These mascots weren't just decorative—they communicated trust, divine protection, and commercial prosperity to customers who might be illiterate. From guardian deities to mythological creatures, these symbols helped ancient merchants establish their 'brand identity' in bustling bazaars and trading ports across the ancient world.

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Bastet (cat goddess)
Anubis (jackal god)
Horus (falcon god)
Sobek (crocodile god)