Thoughts on desk set-scissors & letter opener-AS Italy hot forged

I have been unable to identify who AS of Italy is or was. I suspect the set was made in the 60's. When we first picked it up to buy, we thought it was Scandinavian, but instead found the mark of AS Italy. Any help or thoughts will be greatly appreciated. This is the first time we have posted in metals.
Thank you in advance for even looking.