Which ancient civilization first used branded seals on merchandise as a form of quality control and brand positioning?

Before modern marketing departments and digital storefronts, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated commercial practices that still influence retail today. From specialized market districts to distinctive trade symbols, these early merchants understood the power of product positioning and brand recognition. Test your knowledge about how ancient civilizations approached what we now call 'brand positioning' - the strategic placement of products in the minds of consumers.

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Mesopotamia (particularly in Babylon and Ur), where cylinder seals marked authentic goods from specific merchants around 3000 BCE
Ancient Egypt, where royal cartouches were adapted by merchants to mark premium goods for the elite market around 2500 BCE
Ancient China, where merchants used distinctive chops (stamps) to identify their products during the Zhou Dynasty (1046-256 BCE)
Ancient Greece, where potters signed their work and merchants branded amphora to distinguish regional products around 700 BCE