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Shareholders' Equity, Comprehensive Loss and Noncontrolling Interest (Details Narrative) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2013
Notes to Financial Statements |  |
Paid DHI Minerals in Cash |  | $ 250,000
Paid DHI Minerals Common Stock |  | 50,000
MHLLC Distribution to Members | 250,000 | 250,000
Solitario Portion of MHLLC Distribution | 200,000 | 200,000
DHI Portion MHLLC Distribution to Members | $ 50,000 | $ 50,000

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