Which ancient civilization first implemented a form of 'customer loyalty program' by giving clay tokens to repeat customers that could be exchanged for discounts on future purchases?

Long before modern shopping malls and e-commerce, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated retail strategies. From the bustling markets of Mesopotamia to the complex trade networks of Rome, these early civilizations pioneered techniques that still influence retail today. This poll explores how ancient merchants built customer loyalty, displayed their wares, and marketed their products in ways that might surprise you. Test your knowledge about the retail innovations that began thousands of years ago!

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Ancient Phoenicians, who gave 'loyalty seals' to ship captains who repeatedly used their ports for trade
Babylonians, who issued marked clay tablets to frequent shoppers in the markets surrounding the Hanging Gardens
Ancient Egyptians, who provided papyrus 'royal purchase scrolls' to noble families who regularly bought luxury goods
Ancient Greeks, who offered olive oil tokens to citizens who frequently visited the same Agora merchants