Variable Annuity and Insurance Guarantees (VA Guarantees Details Text) (Details) (GMAB [Member])	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
GMAB [Member]
Variable Annuity Guarantees by Benefit Type
Maximum age of variable annuity contractholders	79 years
GMAB rider guarantees waiting period	10 years
Percentage of highest anniversary value	80.00%

Represents the maximum age of variable annuity contractholders for obtaining the principal-back guarantee by purchasing the optional GMAB rider for an additional charge.

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