Which ancient civilization is credited with creating the first widespread branded retail products using maker's marks on pottery that functioned similar to modern logos?

Before modern shopping malls and e-commerce, ancient civilizations had sophisticated retail systems and product branding methods. From Mesopotamian merchant seals to Roman brand marks on pottery, product differentiation and marketing have ancient roots. The earliest retailers understood the power of branding to establish trust and recognition in bustling ancient marketplaces. How much do you know about the oldest branded products in human history?

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Ancient Romans, who stamped 'FORTIS' and other maker's marks on their mass-produced oil lamps to indicate quality and origin
Ancient Egyptians, who marked their papyrus products with royal cartouches to denote official palace production
Ancient Chinese, who used unique seals on their silk products to identify specific production regions and workshops
Ancient Greeks, who inscribed potter signatures and distinctive patterns on their amphorae to distinguish premium olive oil producers