FanGORIA #7 Tom Savini PERFECT CONDITION Tom Savini '87 ("MANIAC!") and is one of the most collectible figures

Appraisal Report Report ID: PA-(contact info removed)8-04 Date of Appraisal: October 8, 2025 Item Appraised: Signed Fangoria Magazine, Issue #7 1. Executive Summary This report provides an appraisal for a single copy of the horror-themed periodical Fangoria, specifically the highly sought-after Issue #7, published in 1980. The magazine features a cover story on the film The Shining. This copy bears a signature purported to be that of special make-up effects creator and horror icon Tom Savini, dated "'87". Crucially, the authenticity of this autograph has not been verified by a third-party service. The magazine itself is in Good (Fine/Very Fine) condition. Based on its intrinsic value the Current Fair Market Value for this item is estimated to be in the range of $110.00 - $150.00 USD. 2. Item Description & Analysis • Item: Fangoria Magazine • Issue Number: 7 • Publication Date: August 1980 • Publisher: O'Quinn Studios, Inc. • Cover Price: $1.75 USD • Key Features: The cover prominently features Jack Nicholson in Stanley Kubrick's The Shining. Other advertised content includes articles on Vincent Price, Hammer Horror, Galaxina, and "Savini strikes back—MANIAC!". • Condition Report: The magazine is in a protective plastic sleeve. The visual assessment is as follows: • Cover: The cover maintains strong color and good gloss. There is minor surface wear consistent with its age. • Corners: The corners exhibit moderate wear, with noticeable softness and minor blunting, particularly on the left side. • Spine: Several minor stress marks ("ticks") are visible along the spine, indicating the magazine has been opened and read. • Overall: The magazine is a solid, complete copy but shows clear signs of handling and age. Its condition is determined to be Good (Fine/Very Fine). 3. Graded & Ungraded Report Graded Report • Condition Grade (Magazine Only): B- • This grade reflects a well-preserved but clearly handled vintage magazine. The corner and spine wear are typical for a copy of this era but prevent it from reaching a higher grade. • Market Desirability Grade: A • This grade reflects the item's status as a "grail" for many collectors. Fangoria #7 is one of the most iconic and valuable issues in the entire series due to The Shining cover. The presence of a signature from a horror legend like Tom Savini, who is featured within, elevates its desirability significantly. Ungraded Report This is an exceptionally desirable collector's item. Its value is driven by a powerful combination of factors: 1. Iconic Cover: The Shining is a landmark of horror cinema, and this cover is one of the most famous in Fangoria's history. 2. Key Early Issue: Single-digit issues of Fangoria are notoriously difficult to find in high-grade condition, making any copy valuable. 3. Relevant Autograph: The signature is from Tom Savini, a master of horror effects and a beloved figure in the community. His connection to the content of this specific issue (Maniac) makes the signature highly relevant and desirable, not just a random addition. The '87 date on the signature adds a vintage, period-specific element. 4. Market Research & Comparables The valuation is a composite, derived from analyzing sales of both the unsigned magazine and the estimated value of the signature. • Comparable 1 (Unsigned Magazine, High Grade): • Platform: eBay • Sale Date: September 11, 2025 • Description: "Fangoria Magazine #7 The Shining 1980 - High Grade VF+" • Sale Price: $125.00

Condition

Open Box (never used)

Type

Entertainment memorabilia