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Fair Values of Financial Instruments - Summary of Changes in Fair Value of Assets Measured at Fair Value (Detail) - Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Fair Value Measurements Disclosure [Line Items] |  |
Balance at beginning of year | $ 11,748 | $ 10,591
Total unrealized gains | 469 | 1,157
Balance at end of year | $ 12,217 | $ 11,748

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