Which ancient civilization invented the first known form of product branding by stamping maker's marks on pottery and other goods as a quality guarantee?

Before modern shopping centers and e-commerce platforms, ancient civilizations had sophisticated marketplaces and retail systems. Their consumer products and merchandising techniques laid foundations for today's retail world. This poll explores how ancient peoples designed, marketed, and sold their goods. Test your knowledge about the innovative retail practices that emerged thousands of years ago and see how they compare to our modern shopping experiences.

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Mesopotamians, who used cylinder seals to mark ownership and authenticity on clay vessels around 3500 BCE
Ancient Egyptians, who painted hieroglyphic symbols on goods to indicate royal workshops around 3000 BCE
Indus Valley merchants, who used square seals with animal motifs to mark trade goods around 2600 BCE
Ancient Greeks, who developed potter signatures and workshop marks on amphoras around 700 BCE