Grand Opening Auction - Antiques from the Estate of Paul B. Clifford

auction | 1 day sale | 19 days away
Address
58 South Main Street
Franklin, NH 03235
Directions
Parking Street parking is your best option — there’s ample parking on both sides of South Main Street. Lot parking at the building is extremely limited. If you’re approaching from the south, park well before the building: there’s a busy intersection just past us, and if you overshoot you’ll need to park on the far side and come back. Side lot (to the left of the building, just before the bridge) — a small lot we share with the State of New Hampshire. Very limited; handicap spaces here are reserved for customers attending events in the Upper Hall. Rear lot (behind the building) — reserved for handicap access to the lower level and for loading only. Parking behind the building is not permitted during auction hours except for these purposes. Accessibility The building has a handicap ramp to the main entrance on the main level, and ground-level entrances on the lower level. There is no step-free way to move between floors inside the building — the only route between levels is outside (up the driveway). Because of this: Park based on where your event is being held. Handicap parking is reserved in the side lot for Upper Hall events, and the rear lot provides handicap access to the lower level. If you’re attending an event in the Lower Hall (or buying cinema tickets or concessions for a lower-level event) and need step-free access, please ask a staff member to register you, or to handle your ticket and concession purchases, so you don’t have to change floors. You’re always welcome to enter on the main level and take the driveway down to the lower level, whichever works best for you. If we can make your visit easier in any way, just ask — hello@graniteunionauction.com or (603) 451-6960.
Dates
Sun
Sep 20
2pm
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Description & Details

Grand Opening: The Estate of Paul B. Clifford

Granite Union Auction Company is thrilled to open its doors with a landmark sale featuring the collection of the late Paul B. Clifford, a respected New England antique dealer and collector known for his exceptional eye. Paul's holdings span antique furnishings, sculptural and decorative arts, nautical artifacts, knives, and much more, joined by additions from other New England estates and dealers. The full catalog is still being prepared — check back soon for lot details and photos as we finalize the lineup.

This is a live, in-person auction held in our new hall at 58 South Main Street in Franklin, New Hampshire, inside a beautifully restored former Masonic lodge and church built in 1917. We strongly encourage you to attend in person and experience the sale firsthand. For those who cannot make it, we do offer online absentee bidding as a convenience. Please note that all items must be picked up in Franklin — no shipping is available for this sale. We accept card payments, and offer a discount for cash or check. Preview days are open ahead of the auction so you can inspect everything up close — we hope to see you there for what promises to be an unforgettable inaugural event.

Refreshments & Snacks

Complimentary coffee, tea, and filtered tap water are available throughout the auction. Assorted snacks and soft drinks are also on hand for $2.00 per item — pay with cash, card, or simply charge to your bidder paddle at checkout. Buyer's premium does not apply to snack purchases; separate receipts are available on request.

ABSENTEE BIDDING OPENS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 AT 8PM EST

Once bidding opens you can place absentee bids anytime before the auction on GUACBID.COM—browse the full catalog and get your bids in early.

IN-PERSON AUCTION · ONLINE ABSENTEE BIDDING SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 AT 2PM EST

Join us in person at 58 South Main Street, Franklin, NH 03235 on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 2PM EST for the live auction. Can’t make it in person? Place absentee bids online ahead of the sale at GUACBID.COM.

REGISTRATION IS EASY AND FREE! Sign up in minutes at GUACBID.COM and join the action.

BUYER'S PREMIUM

A 15% buyer's premium applies to this auction. Pay by cash or check and receive a 2% discount.

SHIPPING & PICKUP OPTIONS

  1. Local Pickup Only: This sale is pickup only, with no shipping offered. Collect your winnings in Franklin, NH with flexible scheduling.

Join us in person on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 58 South Main Street, Franklin, NH 03235.


Ryan Piccirillo

NH Auctioneer License No. 7005

Granite Union Auction Company, LLC


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