Which ancient civilization first used standardized 'maker's marks' on pottery as a form of product branding to guarantee quality and origin?

Before modern logos and slogans, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated methods to distinguish their products in bustling marketplaces. Artisans and merchants created unique identifiers that helped establish trust, quality, and origin. These early branding practices laid the foundation for today's global brand ecosystems, demonstrating that product differentiation has been essential to commerce for millennia.

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Ancient Mesopotamia (Sumerians)
Ancient Greece
Ancient Egypt
Ancient China (Zhou Dynasty)