Which ancient civilization introduced the first known form of retail 'branding' by marking their products with distinctive merchant seals to guarantee quality and origin?

Long before modern shopping malls and e-commerce, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated retail systems. From Mesopotamian bazaars to Roman marketplaces, the foundations of modern retail were established thousands of years ago. This poll explores how ancient civilizations innovated in retail history, creating systems for trade, currency, and consumer experiences that still influence our shopping practices today. Test your knowledge about these remarkable early retail developments!

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Mesopotamians, who stamped clay tablets with cylinder seals to authenticate goods in markets circa 3500 BCE
Ancient Egyptians, who marked papyrus packages with hieroglyphs indicating royal approval circa 2000 BCE
Phoenicians, who painted colored symbols on amphorae to distinguish their premium goods circa 1200 BCE
Ancient Greeks, who implemented the first pottery maker's marks to identify premium products circa 700 BCE