There are a few little splits to the metal. The ring at the top has been repaired with an old piece of leather inside - it makes taking the lid off difficult as you don't want to exert too much pressure on it.
If you clip the lid in too far, it's difficult to take off. Measures (we've tried to be as accurate as possible): 6.1cm x 4cm x 1.5cm. Libertine Alley Rag and Bone?