Rosberg's overalls fetch a lumpy price for charity!

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There's value in being a retired Formula 1world champion as 2016 title holder Nico Rosberg would readily admit.

The former Mercedes driver donated a pair Mercedes overalls to the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation

The foundation's primary objective since its inception in 2012 is to raise public awareness about the dangers of water, teaching children preventive measures, and teach them to swim.

The historical piece of memorabilia, which Rosberg donated to the foundation to support a campaign helping children in Burkina Faso, one of the poorest countries in the world.

The artifact fetched a cool 45,000€! A result which surprised the German driver, who tweeted the spectacular result.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.