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7. Asset Retirement Obligation (Details Narrative) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2013
Asset Retirement Obligation Details Narrative |  |
Future cost | $ 430,000 |
Future cost year | 2031 |
Net present value | 142,040 |
Asset retirement obligation liability with reclamation obligations |  | $ 107,500

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