Which ancient civilization created the first known branded products with maker's marks that functioned similar to modern logos?

Before modern retail, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated commercial systems that laid the foundation for today's business practices. From the agoras of Greece to the forums of Rome and the bazaars of Mesopotamia, retail innovations shaped economic growth and cultural exchange. This trivia question explores how ancient merchants branded and marketed their products in ways that might surprise modern marketers.

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Ancient Egyptians, who stamped hieroglyphic symbols on pottery to indicate royal workshop production
Ancient Romans, who branded amphoras with distinctive seals to guarantee the quality and origin of wine and olive oil
Ancient Chinese, who used signature chops on silk products to verify authenticity from specific artisan guilds
Ancient Mayans, who carved unique glyphs into cacao containers to identify prestigious chocolate producers