Which ancient civilization is credited with creating the first standardized 'brand identity' system for products through cylinder seals that served as both authentication marks and advertising?

Long before digital marketing and modern retail, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated methods to advertise their products, build brand recognition, and reach their target markets. From Phoenician merchant marks to Roman shop signs, these early forms of branding helped distinguish products in bustling ancient marketplaces. Test your knowledge about how our ancestors handled the business of promotion and product identity in this challenging trivia question!

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Mesopotamians (particularly Babylonians), who used cylinder seals as 'trademarks' to identify the origin and manufacturer of goods
Ancient Egyptians, who used papyrus 'brand scrolls' attached to products to verify royal approval and craftsmanship quality
Phoenicians, who developed a color-coding system using their famous purple dye to indicate product quality tiers
Ancient Greeks, who pioneered the use of 'merchant tokens' with distinct symbols that acted as early logos for specific artisan workshops