Which ancient civilization first developed a standardized 'brand mark' system where specific pottery workshops stamped their unique symbols on products to guarantee quality and origin?

Before modern marketing and global commerce, ancient civilizations had their own sophisticated commercial systems with recognizable 'brands' and products that gained fame across continents. Merchants developed reputation systems, quality marks, and trade networks that would be recognizable to today's brand strategists. Test your knowledge about these ancient commercial innovations that laid the groundwork for modern brand development!

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Ancient Egyptians with their cartouche seals on premium goods
Ancient Greeks with their pottery maker's marks (c. 6th century BCE)
Romans with their 'ex officina' stamps on mass-produced goods
Phoenicians with their merchant symbols on trade amphora