Which ancient civilization invented the first known form of product branding by stamping distinctive symbols on pottery and goods as a mark of origin and quality?

Long before modern advertising and marketing strategies, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated methods to promote their goods and establish brand recognition. From stamped pottery in Mesopotamia to merchant marks in Ancient Rome, early traders understood the power of product differentiation. This trivia explores how ancient civilizations pioneered brand recognition techniques that would influence commerce for millennia to come.

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Mesopotamia (circa 3000 BCE)
Ancient Egypt (circa 2500 BCE)
Ancient Greece (circa 800 BCE)
Han Dynasty China (circa 200 BCE)