Which ancient civilization pioneered the concept of product branding by stamping distinctive maker's marks on pottery and other goods to indicate quality and origin?

Before modern marketing and product design, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated approaches to commerce. Their packaging solutions, branding methods, and retail spaces reflected cultural values and technological capabilities. This poll explores how ancient peoples designed, positioned, and sold their products in marketplaces that existed thousands of years ago. Test your knowledge of product development practices from civilizations that laid the foundation for modern commerce!

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Ancient Romans, who used 'ex officina' (from the workshop of) marks on pottery, glassware, and metal goods
Ancient Egyptians, who marked royal products with pharaonic seals to designate items for the afterlife
Ancient Chinese dynasties, who used family crests on silk and ceramic exports
Ancient Greeks, who signed architectural works and sculptures but rarely marked commercial goods