This item is very unusual and something not seen usually. Think its Italian and a its a messenger pouch. Its 16cm by 3cm by 7cm in size. The lid has an outstretched eagle with a Kings crown on its headthere is a shield on its chest with a cross with in it. The Eagle seems to be grasping two cannons. There is some damage between the legs with parts of the tail feathers missing? The hinges are still intact and do still work the latch is a rudimentry affair a butterfly type clip when through a plate turn to lock. There are two circular rings soldered to the sides to secure to a beltor strap. The box is made from Silver with a hard canvas glued to the lid the box itself is covered in black felt.