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INCOME AND MINING TAXES - Changes to Valuation Allowance (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Valuation allowance |  |  |
Balance at Beginning of Period | $ 154,298 | $ 121,212 | $ 124,153
Additions | 4,058 | 39,794 | 2,104
Deductions | (8,435) | (6,708) | (5,045)
Balance at End of Period | $ 149,921 | $ 154,298 | $ 121,212

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