Cash and Cash Equivalents (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Cash and Due from Banks [Abstract]
Maturity period of securities at acquisition	90 days
Domestic certificates of deposit	$ 3.5

Domestic Certificates Of Deposit Excluded For Cash And Cash Equivalents

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Balance Type:	debit
Period Type:	instant