Which ancient civilization developed the earliest known standardized retail system with fixed pricing, branded products, and a network of 'franchise' shops across multiple territories?

Before digital platforms and online storefronts, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated trading networks that served similar functions to modern e-commerce systems. These networks connected distant regions, facilitated the exchange of goods across vast territories, and employed standardized methods for transactions and record-keeping. Test your knowledge about these remarkable ancient 'platforms' that enabled commerce across the ancient world!

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Phoenicians, with their purple-dyed textile outlets across the Mediterranean (1000-700 BCE)
Sumerians, with their cuneiform-inscribed pottery stores throughout Mesopotamia (3000-2000 BCE)
Han Dynasty Chinese, with their imperial silk distribution centers (200 BCE-200 CE)
Ancient Egyptians, with their papyrus and cosmetic franchises along the Nile (1500-1000 BCE)