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Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity (USD $)
Common Stock [Member]
Treasury Stock [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital Common Stock [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital Warrants [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit) [Member]
Total
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