Marks on a American Sterling Tea Set

I can’t find this makers mark “AW&S inc.” in any of my silver books.
It is on a 5 piece Sterling tea set.
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Hi there Adam, thanks for joining us here on silver-collector.com. I’ve been away for a few days on a fishing trip. My first quick look through my American silver books does not turn up your marks. Does the set have the word “sterling” in addition to the mark you show? I’ll do some more looking tonight.

Regards,

Uncle Vic

Yes,each piece is marked Sterling.

Adam, have not forgotten about your marks, just been busy. Any of the forum members have some clues?

Uncle Vic

I looks as if none of the forum members can help me, so I have listed the tea set for sale on eBay.
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