Which ancient civilization developed the first known retail 'franchise' system, where authorized merchants could sell standardized products with the royal seal across multiple locations in the Mediterranean?

Before modern retail chains and e-commerce platforms, ancient civilizations created sophisticated trade networks spanning continents. These early 'retail strategies' established commercial centers, standardized currencies, and created brand recognition for regional products. Test your knowledge about how ancient merchants positioned their products and expanded their commercial reach across the ancient world's most famous trade routes.

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Phoenicians, who established standardized trading posts with identical layouts and product offerings across their maritime network
Romans, who created the 'tabernae' system where licensed merchants could operate official Roman markets in conquered territories
Egyptians, who authorized specific merchant families to exclusively distribute royal-approved goods throughout the Nile Valley
Greeks, who developed the emporion system where city-states granted merchants exclusive rights to sell Athenian-branded goods