Which ancient civilization first used maker's marks (early brand symbols) on commercial pottery as a form of brand identity, allowing customers to recognize quality and origin?

Before modern retail analytics and brand strategies, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated commercial systems. Their approaches to commerce, branding, and customer loyalty shaped economic history and established principles that still influence modern retail practices. This trivia question explores how ancient merchants understood and utilized early forms of brand identity to distinguish their goods in bustling ancient marketplaces.

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Ancient Egypt (c. 3100 BCE)
Ancient Greece (c. 700 BCE)
Ancient Rome (c. 500 BCE)
Mesopotamia (c. 3500 BCE)