Which ancient civilization pioneered the practice of 'brand sealing' - stamping distinctive symbols on products to indicate their origin, quality, and authenticity?

Before modern advertising and digital marketing, ancient civilizations had their own sophisticated methods of product promotion and retail strategy. From the bustling markets of Mesopotamia to the trade networks of Ancient Egypt and Rome, merchants developed surprisingly effective techniques to distinguish their wares, build brand recognition, and attract customers. Test your knowledge about these ancient retail innovations that laid the groundwork for modern commerce!

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Mesopotamian merchants (3300-2000 BCE), who used cylinder seals on clay containers to mark ownership and product origin
Ancient Egyptians (2500-1500 BCE), who marked papyrus scrolls with royal cartouches to indicate quality
Phoenician traders (1200-800 BCE), who developed colored dye stamps to differentiate their textiles in Mediterranean markets
Chinese Han Dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE), who pioneered paper product labels with imperial seals for silk and ceramics