Which ancient civilization first used standardized symbols on merchandise as 'brand marks' to indicate workshop origin and quality guarantee?

Before modern logos and trademarks, ancient civilizations used symbols to represent their trade guilds, royal houses, and merchant establishments. These early 'brand marks' served similar purposes to today's corporate logos - identifying quality, origin, and authenticity. Test your knowledge about these fascinating precursors to modern branding practices that emerged in ancient societies across Mesopotamia, Egypt, Rome, and beyond.

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Ancient Rome, with pottery maker stamps (figuli) that certified quality and origin
Ancient Egypt, with royal cartouches that marked pharaoh-approved goods
Ancient China, with imperial seals that designated official trade goods
Ancient Greece, with amphora handles stamped with merchant identifiers