Which ancient civilization pioneered the concept of 'limited edition' products as a marketing strategy, creating artificial scarcity to increase perceived value among elite customers?

While we often think of product launches as a modern concept, ancient civilizations had sophisticated methods for introducing new goods to their markets. From ceremonial unveilings to strategic distribution networks, these early societies developed marketing techniques that would be recognizable to today's product managers. Test your knowledge about how ancient civilizations handled what we now call 'product launches' and see if you can identify which promotional strategy was truly revolutionary for its time.

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Ancient Egypt, with specially marked pottery and jewelry only sold during specific religious festivals
Ancient Rome, with numbered series of commemorative coins and medallions celebrating imperial achievements
Ancient China, with imperial-approved porcelain featuring unique dynasty marks available only to nobility
Ancient Mesopotamia, with limited runs of carved cylinder seals featuring special merchant guild symbols