Which ancient civilization is credited with inventing the world's first standardized retail packaging system, using sealed clay containers with official merchant stamps to guarantee product authenticity?

Step back in time to explore the fascinating retail operations of ancient civilizations! Before modern shopping malls and e-commerce, ancient societies developed sophisticated commercial systems that influenced trade for centuries. This poll tests your knowledge about one of history's most innovative retail developments that revolutionized how people bought and sold goods. Can you identify which ancient civilization pioneered this remarkable retail innovation?

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Ancient Egyptians, who developed sealed papyrus containers with pharaonic seals to prevent tampering with luxury goods
Mesopotamians, who created impressed clay bullae (bubble-like seals) attached to containers that verified contents and prevented fraud
Ancient Chinese merchants, who pioneered lacquered wooden boxes with imperial stamps guaranteeing product quality
Ancient Romans, who developed lead-sealed amphorae with merchant guild markings to authenticate premium goods