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Realized and Net Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Investments (Detail) (Other, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2012 | Sep. 30, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2012
Other |  |  |  |
Gain (Loss) on Investments [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Realized Gains (Losses) | $ (168) | $ 111 | $ 13,938 | $ 907
Net Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) | 1,331 | (912) | (11,170) | (722)
Total realized and net change in unrealized gains (losses) | $ 1,163 | $ (801) | $ 2,768 | $ 185

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