Which ancient civilization first used merchant 'seals' as an early form of product branding to guarantee quality and authenticate goods in the marketplace?

Before modern marketing strategies and global commerce, ancient civilizations had their own sophisticated methods of branding and product differentiation. From distinctive pottery stamps in Mesopotamia to unique merchant seals in Roman marketplaces, these early civilizations pioneered retail concepts we still use today. Test your knowledge about how ancient merchants marketed their wares and built consumer trust in a world before digital advertising and mass production.

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Mesopotamia (circa 3500 BCE)
Ancient Egypt (circa 3000 BCE)
Ancient Greece (circa 800 BCE)
Ancient China (circa 1500 BCE)