Which ancient civilization first used standardized 'brand seals' on commercial goods to guarantee quality and prevent counterfeiting?

Before corporate logos and brand mascots, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated visual identity systems for their markets and trade goods. These early 'brand identities' helped distinguish merchants, ensure authenticity, and build reputation in sprawling ancient marketplaces from Rome to Chang'an. Test your knowledge about how our ancestors developed the foundations of modern brand recognition and commercial symbolism thousands of years ago!

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Mesopotamia (circa 3000 BCE), where cylindrical seals marked authentic goods from specific merchants
Ancient Egypt (circa 2500 BCE), where royal cartouches were adapted by merchants to mark premium goods
Han Dynasty China (circa 200 BCE), where state-authorized pottery stamps indicated official merchandise
Ancient Greece (circa 500 BCE), where amphora makers branded wine vessels with distinctive maker's marks