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Summary
RIYADH — A study by the Heritage Commission has uncovered the oldest known concept of a trademark in pottery, dating back around 3,600 years, at Qurayyah Oasis in northwestern Saudi Arabia. Conducted in cooperation with the University of Vienna and published in the journal PLOS One, the study found that a village in the Tabuk region specialized in producing two-colored pottery, representing an early form of a “trademark” before the emergence of its modern concept. **media[2753436]** The study found that the pottery followed an organized manufacturing system, reflected in the consistency of its raw materials and production techniques. The pottery also featured a distinctive style, with recurring decorative motifs and painted patterns that gave it a recognizable visual identity. Commercial demand helped spread the pottery beyond Qurayyah Oasis, reaching the southern Levant, Egypt and the n
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- Source
- Saudi Gazette
- Original publication
- 2026-08-20T12:36:54.000Z
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- Publisher-supplied English feed summary
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Saudi Gazette
Originally published in English on Aug 20, 2026.