This is an antique brass canister with a hole in the center underneath. This canister is 2 7/8 inches high and 1 1/2 inches in diameter. This canister is for sale internationally for $495. This item is not available for shipping to Italy. All international buyers are responsible for any duty or import fees for their country and this item must be declared at sale price on eBay for any international shipping. All shipping within the continental USA is by USPS Priority Mail and a signature may be required for delivery. All international shipping will be done using the eBay international Global shipping program. Buyer must contact seller and pay for this item within 4 days of date of sale or forfeit the right to purchase.