Which ancient civilization first used fixed retail pricing rather than haggling as their primary marketplace strategy?

The ancient world had sophisticated retail and trading systems long before modern commerce. From the bustling Agoras of Greece to the complex market networks of Mesopotamia, ancient civilizations developed fascinating approaches to merchandising, pricing, and consumer psychology. This poll explores how ancient retailers positioned their products and created distinctive shopping experiences in the cradle of civilization.

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Ancient Rome, where the Edict on Maximum Prices established fixed retail values for over 1,000 products across the empire
Ancient Egypt, where papyrus records show standardized pricing in temple-controlled markets
Ancient China, where Han Dynasty officials enforced imperial price controls in urban centers
Ancient Greece, where the Agora marketplace used inscribed stone tablets to display fixed prices