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Segment Reporting (Details Narrative) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012
Segment Reporting [Abstract] |
Gain on Sale of Marketable Securities Included in Segment Reporting | $ 1,528
Equity Method Investment Include Exploration Assets in Segment Reporting | 1,165
Investment In Marketable Securities in Corporate and Other Total Assets in Segment Reporting | $ 7,093

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