The Rag Trade: How Old Jerseys Got Hot

Who knew fans would pay $250 for copies of the colorful shirts worn by former sports stars?

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Despite his newfound stardom, courtesy of a spot in a popular rap video and a weekly gig on a Philadelphia sports talk-radio program, success hasn't swelled Harley's head. After watching a recent Sixers game from his second-row seat, Harley left the arena and pulled away in his company car, a $50,000 Cadillac Escalade. But he stopped when he recognized a policeman who once worked in West Philly. "Hey, you got a slice of cake for me?" the cop asked. "Just remember those old days." Harley laughed. How could he forget? These days the old days are his business.

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