Which ancient civilization first used branded seals on clay packaging to prevent tampering and guarantee authenticity of traded goods?

Before modern retail, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated methods for packaging, preserving, and transporting goods across vast trading networks. From Egyptian alabaster jars to Phoenician amphorae, packaging wasn't just functional—it communicated value, origin, and authenticity. Test your knowledge about how ancient merchants protected their precious commodities and built their brand identities through distinctive packaging solutions that sometimes outlasted the products themselves!

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Mesopotamians (circa 3500 BCE)
Ancient Egyptians (circa 3000 BCE)
Indus Valley civilization (circa 2600 BCE)
Ancient Chinese (circa 2000 BCE)