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Catatrophe Reinsurance (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Reinsurance Transactions [Abstract]
Catastrophic Events Classification	$ 25.0

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Loss Threshold For Catastrophic Events Classification by ISO

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