Which ancient civilization first documented the psychological principle of 'artificial scarcity' where merchants deliberately limited product availability to increase perceived value?

Long before modern retail, ancient civilizations had sophisticated marketplaces with their own consumer psychology principles. From the bustling agoras of Greece to the complex trade networks of Mesopotamia, merchants developed surprisingly advanced techniques to influence buying decisions. This poll explores how ancient sellers understood human behavior and created persuasive sales environments that would be recognizable to modern marketers. Test your knowledge of the earliest documented consumer psychology techniques!

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Ancient Egypt, where temple priests controlled access to certain religious goods
Phoenician traders, who created 'limited voyages' for exotic goods to command higher prices
Roman Empire, where government officials regulated luxury imports to maintain social hierarchies
Ancient China, where imperial workshops created 'seasonal editions' of ceramics and silks