A test of Suchey-Brooks (pubic symphysis) and Buckberry-Chamberlain (auricular surface) methods on an identified Spanish sample: paleodemographic implications

► Two age-estimation methods have been tested in a documented collection from Madrid. ► The two age-methods analysed were based on pubic symphysis and auricular surface. ► Suchey-Brooks is more appropriate for populations with a majority of youth. ► Buckberry-Chamberlain method works better in the 60-70 years age range. ► Both methods provide different mortality profiles and lead to different conclusions.