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In pre-literate societies, the distinctive shape of amphorae served some of the functions of a label, communicating information about region of origin, the name of the producer and may have carried product quality claims.
In pre-literate societies, the distinctive shape of amphorae served some of the functions of a label, communicating information about region of origin
Mosaic showing garum container, from the house of Umbricius Scaurus of Pompeii. The inscription which reads "G(ari) F(los) SCO(mbri) SCAURI EX OFFI(CI
Mosaic showing garum container, from the house of Umbricius Scaurus of Pompeii. The inscription which reads "G(ari) F(los) SCO(mbri) SCAURI EX OFFI(CI)NA SCAURI" has been translated as "The flower of garum, made of the mackerel, a product of Scaurus, from the shop of Scaurus".
Hallmark on an English silver spoon, 18th century
Hallmark on an English silver spoon, 18th century
By the 18th century, manufacturers began displaying a royal warrant on their premises and on their packaging.
By the 18th century, manufacturers began displaying a royal warrant on their premises and on their packaging.