Among some ancient pagans, slaves were branded to designate their owners. Various designs were burned or inscribed into their flesh.
कुछ प्राचीन मूर्तिपूजकों में, ग़ुलामों पर दाग़ लगाए जाते थे, जिस से उनके स्वामी स्पष्ट बताए जा सके ।