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Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2012
Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Minimum block of shares issued redeemed against gold	50,000
Weighted average number of Shares	0.39%	0.39%
Sponsor Fees	$ 3,444,870	$ 4,165,756	$ 5,712,292
Fees payable to Sponsor	$ 260,280	$ 321,355

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The minimum block of shares that can be created or redeemed against bullion deposits or distributions.

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Amount for accounts payable to related parties. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer).

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Fees paid to advisors who provide certain management support and administrative oversight services including the organization and sale of stock, investment funds, limited partnerships and mutual funds.

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