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Unaudited Condensed Statements of Operations (USD $)
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
REVENUES    
Proceeds from sales of gold to pay expenses $ 37,989 $ 72,917
Cost of gold sold to pay expenses (36,789) (50,126)
Gain on gold sold to pay expenses 1,200 22,791
Gain on gold distributed for the redemption of Shares 135,907 590,485
Unrealized loss on investment in gold (603,341) 0
Total Gain (Loss) on gold (466,234) 613,276
EXPENSES    
Custody fees 5,980 12,142
Trustee fees 504 504
Sponsor fees 13,245 28,006
Marketing agent fees 13,245 28,006
Other expenses 2,346 6,023
Total expenses 35,320 74,681
Net Gain (Loss) from Operations $ (501,554) $ 538,595
Net Gain (Loss) per Share $ (1.76) $ 1.21
Weighted average number of Shares 285,051 445,261