Mineral Properties rollforward (Details) $ in Thousands |
6 Months Ended |
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Jun. 30, 2015
USD ($)
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| Balance at beginning of period | $ 52,750 |
| Amortization | (2,589) |
| Balance at end of period | 50,161 |
| Lost Creek Property | |
| Balance at beginning of period | 18,512 |
| Amortization | (2,589) |
| Balance at end of period | 15,923 |
| Other Us Properties [Member] | |
| Balance at beginning of period | 13,210 |
| Balance at end of period | 13,210 |
| Path Finder Mines [Member] | |
| Balance at beginning of period | 21,028 |
| Balance at end of period | $ 21,028 |
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