Which ancient civilization first used 'maker's marks' on pottery as a form of brand identity to indicate workshop origin and guarantee quality?

Before modern logos and trademarks, ancient civilizations had sophisticated systems of 'brand identity' through symbols that represented goods, craftsmen, and trading houses. These marks served to authenticate products, guarantee quality, and establish reputation in markets spanning from Rome to China. Discover how these ancient symbols laid the foundation for modern branding practices and how they influenced trade across empires.

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Ancient Mesopotamians in Uruk (around 3500 BCE)
Ancient Greeks (around 6th century BCE)
Ancient Egyptians during the New Kingdom (around 1550-1070 BCE)
Indus Valley Civilization merchants (around 2600 BCE)