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Business and Summary of Significant Account Policies - Sales of Kinross (Details) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |  |
Shares sold | 70,000 | 180,000
Proceeds | $ 358,000 | $ 1,591,000
Gain on sale | $ 308,000 | $ 1,464,000

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