Mary Jones

Mary Jones

Mary Jones was a Black trans woman and sex worker who resided in New York City during the 1830s. Her clientele included high-profile politicians and other affluent and influential men.

She reportedly created a leather device in the shape and form of a vagina and tied it around her waist to keep clients unaware of her birth sex.

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Photo Credit: The Smithsonian Institute

https://www.archives.nyc/blog/2022/8/3/the-people-vs-mary-jones