Which ancient civilization was the first to use a standardized royal seal on products to guarantee quality and authenticate trade goods, effectively creating one of history's earliest brand positioning strategies?

Before modern marketing departments and digital campaigns, ancient civilizations had their own sophisticated methods of brand positioning. From distinctive symbols on pottery to architectural marvels that projected power, ancient societies understood the importance of differentiation and identity. Test your knowledge about how ancient civilizations positioned their 'brands' to their populations and neighboring cultures through various product strategies and symbols.

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Indus Valley Civilization (with their square seals featuring animals and script)
Ancient Egypt (with the pharaoh's cartouche on goods)
Mesopotamian Sumerians (with cylinder seals for commercial transactions)
Ancient China (with the emperor's dragon symbol marking imperial products)