Tara Gold Resources (TRGD) 10-K 14 Apr 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Apr. 14, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]	'	'	'
Document Type	'10-K	'	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'
Document Period End Date	31-Dec-13	'	'
Entity Registrant Name	'TARA GOLD RESOURCES CORP.	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001100747	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-31	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Smaller Reporting Company	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	102,795,119	'
Entity Current Reporting Status	'Yes	'	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'No	'	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'	'
Entity Public Float	'	'	$0

CONSOLIDATED_BALANCE_SHEETS

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Current assets:	'	'
Cash	$82	$957
Other receivables, net	306	304
Due from related parties, net of due to	95	89
Deferred tax asset, current portion	'	3,323
Other current assets	138	54
Assets held for disposal, net	32	132
Total current assets	653	4,859
Property, plant, equipment, mine development, land and construction in progress, net	7,452	8,878
Mining deposits	'	27
Deferred tax asset, non-current portion	'	2,961
Other assets	'	25
Total Assets	8,105	16,750
Current liabilities:	'	'
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	2,670	3,460
Notes payable, current portion	188	1,114
Convertible notes payable, net	76	'
Total current liabilities	2,934	4,574
Notes payable, non-current portion	28	722
Total liabilities	2,962	5,296
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net	'	600
Stockholders' equity:	'	'
Common stock; $0.001 par value; authorized 150,000,000 shares; 102,795,119 shares issued and outstanding	103	103
Additional paid-in capital	10,787	10,787
Accumulated deficit during exploration stage	-26,633	-22,720
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	-144	-377
Total Tara Gold stockholders' deficit	-15,887	-12,207
Non-controlling interest	21,030	23,061
Total stockholders' equity	5,143	10,854
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$8,105	$16,750

CONSOLIDATED_BALANCE_SHEETS_Pa

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS [Abstract]	'	'
Common stock, par value per share	$0.00	$0.00
Common stock, shares authorized	150,000,000	150,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	102,795,119	102,795,119
Common stock, shares outstanding	102,795,119	102,795,119

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_OPE

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS (USD $)	12 Months Ended		171 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Revenues	'	'	'
Revenue from website development and software	'	'	$168
Mining revenues	'	'	557
Total revenues	'	'	725
Cost of revenue	'	'	759
Gross margin	'	'	-34
Exploration expenses	1,734	1,441	12,427
Operating, general, and administrative expenses	3,406	5,047	48,510
Net operating loss	-5,140	-6,488	-60,971
Non-operating income (expense):	'	'	'
Interest income	51	32	426
Interest expense	-254	-16	-1,509
Settlement loss, net	-1,065	'	-931
Loss on extinguishment of debt, net	-7	-637	-2,193
Gain on deconsolidation, dissolution and sale of joint venture interest	'	'	21,036
Gain (loss) on disposal of assets	1,018	-2	613
Gain on acquisition of mining concession	'	'	100
Realized loss on the sale of marketable securities	'	'	-5,099
Gain on sale of net cash flow interest	'	'	197
Gain on Tara Minerals stock dividend	'	'	1,028
Impairment of long lived asset	-28	-171	-199
Gain on bargain acquisition of ACM	3,490	'	3,490
Other income	'	2	1,347
Total non-operating loss (income)	3,205	-792	18,306
Loss before income taxes	-1,935	-7,280	-42,665
Income tax (provision) benefit	-6,284	727	345
Loss from continuing operations	-8,219	-6,553	-42,320
Discontinued operations:	'	'	'
Loss from operations of oil properties and La Escuadra	'	'	-1,021
Gain from discontinued operations, net of tax	'	3,576	3,576
Net loss	-8,219	-2,977	-39,765
Net gain (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest	4,306	-123	13,132
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold's shareholders	-3,913	-3,100	-26,633
Other comprehensive gain (loss):	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain (loss)	233	69	-144
Total comprehensive loss	($3,680)	($3,031)	($26,777)
Net loss per share, basic and diluted	($0.08)	($0.03)	'
Weighted average number of shares, basic and diluted	102,795,119	102,795,119	'

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENT_OF_STOC

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (USD $)	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]	Accumulated Deficit During Exploration Stage[Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Deficit [Member]
In Thousands, except Share data
Balance at Oct. 13, 1999	'	'	'	'	'
Balance, shares at Oct. 13, 1999	'	'	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	4	4	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	4,000,000	'	'	'
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-9	'	'	-9	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2000	-5	4	'	-9	'
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2000	'	4,000,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock in exchange for 100% of common stock of MerchantPark	'	2	-2	'	'
Issuance of common stock in exchange for 100% of common stock of MerchantPark, shares	'	1,500,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	82	5	77	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	4,645,261	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	154	2	152	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	2,491,583	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for 100% of shares of Caged Iron Technologies	103	2	101	'	'
Issuance of common stock for 100% of shares of Caged Iron Technologies, shares	'	2,000,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for debt	46	'	46	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for debt, shares	'	459,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for assets	304	3	301	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for assets, shares	'	3,064,556	'	'	'
Stock offering costs	-13	'	-13	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	1	'	'	'	1
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-418	'	'	-418	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2001	254	18	662	-427	1
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2001	'	18,160,400	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	24	2	22	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	2,336,500	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	29	6	23	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	6,000,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for debt	278	6	272	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for debt, shares	'	5,844,976	'	'	'
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-677	'	'	-677	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2002	-92	32	979	-1,104	1
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2002	'	32,341,876	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	57	4	53	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	3,754,848	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for debt	198	9	189	'	'
Issuance of common stock issued for debt, shares	'	9,019,445	'	'	'
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-156	'	'	-156	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2003	7	45	1,221	-1,260	1
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2003	'	45,116,169	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	150	3	147	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	3,010,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	164	3	161	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	2,807,000	'	'	'
Stock cancelled	'	-1	1	'	'
Stock cancelled, shares	'	1,200,000	'	'	'
Share subscriptions received	148	'	'	'	'
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-373	'	'	-373	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2004	96	50	1,530	-1,633	1
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2004	'	49,733,169	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	279	6	273	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	6,472,984	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	445	14	431	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	13,506,001	'	'	'
Share subscriptions delivered	-113	'	'	'	'
Share subscriptions delivered, shares	'	'	'	'	'
Common stock for mining concession finders' fees	8	'	8	'	'
Common stock for mining concession finders' fees, shares	'	200,000	'	'	'
Warrants for mining concession finders' fees	4	'	4	'	'
Beneficial conversion feature	207	'	207	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	-7	'	'	'	-7
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-935	'	'	-935	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2005	-16	70	2,453	-2,568	-8
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2005	'	69,912,154	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	230	2	228	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	2,251,250	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	1,760	7	1,753	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	7,440,433	'	'	'
Share subscriptions delivered	7	1	41	'	'
Share subscriptions delivered, shares	'	634,615	'	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock	191	4	187	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock, shares	'	3,700,000	'	'	'
Beneficial conversion feature	185	'	185	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	-32	'	'	'	-32
Unrealized loss on investments	-449	'	'	'	-449
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	361	'	'	361	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2006	2,237	84	4,847	-2,207	-487
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2006	'	83,938,452	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	608	1	607	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	600,000	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash	887	2	885	'	'
Issuance of common stock for cash, shares	'	2,217,500	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for exercise of warrants and receipt of cash	2,253	4	2,249	'	'
Issuance of common stock for exercise of warrants and receipt of cash, shares	'	4,443,333	'	'	'
Stock based compensation	1,164	'	1,164	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock	69	2	67	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock, shares	'	2,316,667	'	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock subscription and related settlement expense	342	'	'	'	'
Stock bonus payable	126	'	'	'	'
Stock issued for additional ownership interest in Amermin	600	2	598	'	'
Stock issued for additional ownership interest in Amermin, shares	'	1,500,000	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	25	'	'	'	25
Unrealized loss on investments	-1,147	'	'	'	-1,447
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-2,441	'	'	-2,441	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2007	4,723	95	10,417	-4,648	-1,609
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2007	'	95,015,952	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	67	'	67	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	175,000	'	'	'
Share subscriptions delivered	'	1	467	'	'
Share subscriptions delivered, shares	'	1,150,000	'	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock	190	6	184	'	'
Conversion of convertible debt to stock, shares	'	5,654,167	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	-637	'	'	'	-637
Unrealized loss on investments	978	'	'	'	978
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	5,795	'	'	5,795	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2008	11,116	102	11,135	1,147	-1,268
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2008	'	101,995,119	'	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services	1,041	1	1,040	'	'
Issuance of common stock for services, shares	'	800,000	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	214	'	'	'	214
Unrealized loss on investments	618	'	'	'	618
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-4,440	'	'	-4,440	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2009	8,549	103	12,175	-3,293	-436
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2009	'	102,795,119	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	-78	'	'	'	-78
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-13,767	'	'	-13,767	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2010	-5,296	103	12,175	-17,060	-514
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2010	'	102,795,119	'	'	'
Dividend of Tara Minerals shares	-1,388	'	-1,388	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	68	'	'	'	68
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-2,560	'	'	-2,560	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2011	-9,176	103	10,787	-19,620	-446
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2011	'	102,795,119	'	'	'
Beneficial conversion feature	20	'	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	69	'	'	'	69
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-3,100	'	'	-3,100	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2012	-12,207	103	10,787	-22,720	-377
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2012	102,795,119	108,795,119	'	'	'
Beneficial conversion feature	120	'	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation gain/(loss)	233	'	'	'	233
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	-3,913	'	'	-3,913	'
Balance at Dec. 31, 2013	($15,887)	$103	$10,787	($26,633)	($144)
Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2013	102,795,119	102,795,119	'	'	'

CONSOLIDATED_STATEMENTS_OF_CAS

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (USD $)	12 Months Ended		171 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'	'
Net loss attributable to Tara Gold shareholders	($3,913)	($3,100)	($26,633)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash:	'	'	'
Depreciation and amortization	327	305	1,599
Allowance for doubtful accounts	-265	870	3,734
Common stock issued for services and other expenses	'	'	2,599
Stock based compensation and stock bonuses	'	'	126
Gain on deconsolidation, dissolution and sale of joint venture interest	'	'	-20,311
Non-cash expense due to deconsolidation of joint venture	'	'	216
Loss on conversion of debt to subsidiary's common stock	'	'	783
Loss on debt due to extinguishment and conversion	7	637	1,390
Gain from discontinued operations, net of tax	'	-3,576	-2,575
Income tax provision (benefit)	6,284	-727	-959
Non-controlling interest in net loss of consolidated subsidiaries	-4,306	123	-13,132
Amortization of beneficial conversion	246	'	896
(Gain) loss on disposal of assets	-1,018	2	-613
Realized loss on the sale of marketable securities	'	'	4,993
Common stock of subsidiary issued and option valuation for services	220	167	6,847
Subsidiaries' stock based compensation and stock bonuses	60	675	9,200
Exploration expenses paid with stock of subsidiaries	'	430	4,146
Settlement loss, net	1,065	'	630
Gain on acquisition of mining concession and mining assets	'	'	-430
Gain on sale of net cash flow interest	'	'	-197
Gain on Tara Minerals stock dividend	'	'	-1,028
Impairment of long lived asset	28	171	199
Gain on bargain acquisition of ACM	-3,490	'	-3,490
Other	'	23	153
Changes in current operating assets and liabilities:	'	'	'
Other receivables	236	-630	-1,441
Other assets	-59	111	-933
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	1,096	-1,230	3,254
Deferred joint venture income	'	'	-33
Net cash used in operating activities	-3,482	-5,751	-31,193
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'	'
Acquisition of property, plant, equipment, mine development, land and construction in progress	-217	-563	-4,029
Proceeds from the sale of marketable securities	'	'	6,322
Proceeds from the sale or disposal of assets	2,200	'	2,931
Purchase of mining concession	-650	'	-491
Mining deposits	'	2	-179
Loans to unrelated third parties	'	'	-380
Proceeds from the sale of ACM	'	7,500	7,500
Investment in ACM	'	-33	-33
Other	'	'	-6
Net cash provided by investing activities	1,333	6,906	11,635
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'	'
Proceeds from short term debt	'	'	72
Proceeds from notes payable, related party	'	'	150
Proceeds from notes payable	150	'	630
Payments toward short term debt	'	'	-22
Payments toward notes payable	-27	-741	-11,681
Payments toward notes payable, related party	'	-100	-100
Change in due to/from related parties, net	-6	-252	17
Non-controlling interest - cash from sale of sale of common stock of Subsidiaries	924	357	13,750
Payments from joint venture partners	'	'	10,020
Cash from the sale of common stock	'	'	5,753
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument	'	50	800
Other	'	'	-9
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	1,041	-686	19,380
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash	233	69	260
Net (decrease) increase	-875	538	82
Cash, beginning of period	957	419	'
Cash, end of period	82	957	82
Supplemental Information:	'	'	'
Interest paid	6	22	967
Income taxes paid	'	'	10
Non-cash Investing and Financing Transactions:	'	'	'
Conversion of debt to common stock or payable, plus accrued interest	800	'	2,092
Issuance of common stock for assets	'	'	304
Purchase of or (reduction) in purchase of concession notes payable, stock and warrants plus capitalized interest	'	2,147	20,333
Beneficial conversion feature, convertible debt, related and nonrelated party and financial instruments	120	20	711
Recoverable value-added taxes incurred through additional debt and due to related party, net of mining concession modification	'	348	1,564
Purchase of property, equipment and assets with debt	29	'	1,862
Receipt of stock for joint venture payments and fee income	'	'	2,301
Accrued and capitalized interest	'	22	433
Construction in progress or mining deposit reclassified to property, plant and equipment	113	'	113
Subsidiary common stock for prepaid services	'	'	'
Reclassification of assets held for disposal, net	'	132	132
Other	$38	'	$128

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Orga

Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies	'
	Note 1.	Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
	Basis of Presentation and Organization
	Tara Gold Resources, Corp. ("Tara Gold") was incorporated on October 14, 1999 under the laws of the State of Nevada as Westnet Communication Group. By special resolution of the shareholders, Westnet Communication Group changed its name to Tara Gold Resources, Corp. on February 9, 2006.
	In May 2005, Tara Gold, through its subsidiary Corporacion Amermin S.A. de C.V. ("Amermin"), began acquiring mining properties in Mexico. In May 2006, Tara Gold formed Tara Minerals Corp. ("Tara Minerals"), which owns 99.9% of the common stock of American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. ("AMM"), a Mexican corporation. Tara Minerals also owns 87% of the common stock of Adit Resources Corp. ("Adit"). Adit in turns owns 99.99% of American Copper Mining, S.A. de C.V. ("ACM") (See Note 13). Tara Gold's operations in Mexico are conducted through Amermin and AMM since Mexican law provides that only Mexican corporations are allowed to own mining properties. All of Tara Gold's operations in Mexico are conducted through its Mexican subsidiaries.
	In June 2013, Tara Gold purchased 4,500,000 shares of Tara Minerals' common stock, for an aggregate consideration of $1,350,000, or $0.30 a share. As of December 31, 2013, Tara Gold owned approximately 50% of the outstanding common stock of Tara Minerals.
	Tara Gold focuses primarily on gold mining concessions. Tara Minerals' primary focus is also on gold and silver, as well as industrial minerals, copper, lead, zinc, iron and other associated metals.
	On May 25, 2011, Tara Gold commenced distributing its shares of Tara Minerals to its shareholders by distributing one share of Tara Minerals for every 20 outstanding shares of Tara Gold. Tara Gold plans to make additional distributions until all Tara Minerals shares held by Tara Gold have been distributed to Tara Gold's shareholders.
	After Tara Gold has distributed all of its Tara Minerals shares, Tara Gold will not have any interest in the properties owned by Tara Minerals, AMM, Adit or ACM.
	Both Tara Gold and Tara Minerals may continue their efforts to develop mining properties that are thought to contain commercial quantities of gold, silver and other minerals. Additionally, once the distribution has been completed, the consolidated parent and subsidiary relationship between Tara Gold and Tara Minerals may change.
	In these financial statements, unless otherwise indicated, all references to "Company," "we," "our," and/or "us," refer to Tara Gold and its consolidated subsidiaries.
	The Company is a mining company in the exploration stage and presents inception to date information, in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification ("FASB ASC") Development Stage Entities Topic.
	The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries. All amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
	Current and historical exchange rates are not indicative of what future exchange rates will be and should not be construed as such.
	Relevant exchange rates used in the preparation of the financial statements for Amermin, AMM and ACM are as follows for the year ended December 31, 2013 and 2012. Mexican pesos per one U.S. dollar:
		31-Dec-13
	Current exchange rate	Ps.	13.0652
	Weighted average exchange rate for year ended	Ps.	12.5439
		31-Dec-12
	Current exchange rate	Ps.	12.9880
	Weighted average exchange rate for year ended	Ps.	12.8204
	The Company's significant accounting policies are:
	Reclassifications
	Certain reclassifications, which have no effect on net loss, have been made in the prior period financial statements to conform to the current year presentation.
	Estimates
	The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management routinely makes judgments on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.
	Cash and Cash Equivalents
	For the Statements of Cash Flows, all highly liquid investments with maturity of three months or less are considered to be cash equivalents. There were no cash equivalents as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.
	Fair Value Accounting
	As required by the Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures Topic of the FASB ASC, fair value is measured based on a three-tier fair value hierarchy, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows: (Level 1) observable inputs such as quoted prices in active markets; (Level 2) inputs, other than the quoted prices in active markets, that are observable either directly or indirectly; and (Level 3) unobservable inputs in which there is little or no market data, which require the reporting entity to develop its own assumptions.
	The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are described below:
		Level 1	Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for identical, unrestricted assets or liabilities;
		Level 2	Quoted prices in markets that are not active, or inputs that are observable, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability;
		Level 3	Prices or valuation techniques that require inputs that are both significant to the fair value measurement and unobservable (supported by little or no market activity).
	Concentrations
	The Company maintains cash balances at highly-rated financial institutions in the United States.  Each institution is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") up to $250,000 for deposit accounts. The Company had no and two bank accounts in excess of $250,000, at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The Company has not experienced any losses in these accounts.
	Recoverable Value-Added Taxes (IVA) and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
	Impuesto al Valor Agregado taxes (IVA) are recoverable value-added taxes charged by the Mexican government on goods sold and services rendered at a rate of 16%.  Under certain circumstances, these taxes are recoverable by filing a tax return and as allowed by the Mexican taxing authority.
	Each period, receivables are reviewed for collectability.  When a receivable has doubtful collectability we allow for the receivable until we are either assured of collection (and reverse the allowance) or assured that a write-off is necessary.
	Our allowance in association with our receivable from IVA from our Mexico subsidiaries is based on our determination that the Mexican government may not allow the complete refund of these taxes.
			31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Allowance - recoverable value-added taxes		$	2,537	$	2,829
	Allowance - other receivables			391		364
	Total		$	2,928	$	3,193
	Bad debt expense was $64,945 and $805,833 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
	Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development and Land
	Mining concessions and acquisitions, exploration and development costs relating to mineral properties with proven reserves are deferred until the properties are brought into production, at which time they will be amortized on the unit of production method based on estimated recoverable reserves. If it is determined that the deferred costs related to a property are not recoverable over its productive life, those costs will be written down to fair value as a charge to operations in the period in which the determination is made. The amounts at which mineral properties and the related deferred costs are recorded do not necessarily reflect present or future values.
	The recoverability of the book value of each property is assessed at least annually for indicators of impairment such as adverse changes to any of the following:
		•	estimated recoverable ounces of copper, lead, zinc, gold, silver or other precious minerals
		•	estimated future commodity prices
		•	estimated expected future operating costs, capital expenditures and reclamation expenditures
	A write-down to fair value is recorded when the expected future cash flow is less than the net book value of the property or when events or changes in the property indicate that carrying amounts are not recoverable. This analysis is completed as needed, and at least annually.  As of the date of this filing no events have occurred that would require the write-down of any assets. In addition, the carrying amounts of the Company's mining properties are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If such indication of impairment exists, the asset's recoverable amount will be reduced to its estimated fair value. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, no indications of impairment existed.
	Certain mining plant and equipment included in mine development and infrastructure is depreciated on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives from 3 - 10 years. Other non-mining assets are recorded at cost and depreciated on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives from 3 - 10 years.
	Financial and Derivative Instruments
	The Company periodically enters into financial instruments. Upon entry, each instrument is reviewed for debt or equity treatment.  In the event that the debt or equity treatment is not readily apparent, FASB ASC 480-10-S99 is consulted for temporary treatment.  Once an event takes place that removes the temporary element the Company appropriately reclassifies the instrument to debt or equity.
	The Company periodically assesses its financial and equity instruments to determine if they require derivative accounting. Instruments which may potentially require derivative accounting are conversion features of debt, equity, and common stock equivalents in excess of available authorized common shares, and contracts with variable share settlements.  In the event of derivative treatment, we mark the instrument to market.
	Revenue Recognition
	Revenue from the sale of concentrate and industrial metals will be recognized when ownership passes to the purchaser at which time the following conditions are met:
		i)	persuasive evidence that an agreement exists;
		ii)	the risks and rewards of ownership pass to the purchaser including delivery of the product;
		iii)	the selling price is fixed and determinable; or,
		iv)	collectivity is reasonably assured.
	Reclamation and Remediation Costs (asset retirement obligations)
Reclamation costs are allocated to expense over the life of the related assets and are periodically adjusted to reflect changes in the estimated present value resulting from the passage of time and revisions to the estimates of either the timing or amount of the reclamation and abandonment costs.
Future remediation costs for reprocessing plant and buildings are accrued based on management's best estimate, at the end of each period, of the undiscounted costs expected to be incurred at a site. Such cost estimates include, where applicable, ongoing remediation, maintenance and monitoring costs. Changes in estimates are reflected in earnings in the period an estimate is revised. There were no reclamation and remediation costs accrued as of December 31, 2013 or 2012.
Exploration Expenses and Technical Data
Exploration costs not directly associated with proven reserves on our mining concessions are charged to operations as incurred.
Technical data, including engineering reports, maps, assessment reports, exploration samples certificates, surveys, environmental studies and other miscellaneous information, may be purchased for our mining concessions.  When purchased for concessions without proven reserves, the cost is considered research and development pertaining to a developing mine and is expensed when incurred.
Income Taxes
Income taxes are provided for using the asset and liability method of accounting in accordance with the Income Taxes Topic of the FASB ASC. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between the financial reporting and tax basis of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. A valuation allowance is established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized by management. Deferred tax assets are reduced by a valuation allowance when, in the opinion of management, it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The computation of limitations relating to the amount of such tax assets, and the determination of appropriate valuation allowances relating to the realization of such assets, are inherently complex and require the exercise of judgment. As additional information becomes available, management continually assesses the carrying value of our net deferred tax assets.
Stock Based Compensation
Stock based compensation is accounted for using the Equity-Based Payments to Non-Employee's Topic of the FASB ASC, which establishes standards for the accounting  of transactions in which an entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services. It also addresses transactions in which an entity incurs liabilities in exchange for goods or services that are based on the fair value of the entity's equity instruments or that may be settled by the issuance of those equity instruments. We determine the value of stock issued at the date of grant. We also determine, at the date of grant, the value of stock at fair market value or the value of services rendered (based on contract or otherwise), whichever is more readily determinable.
Shares issued to employees are expensed upon issuance.
Stock based compensation for employees is accounted for using the Stock Based Compensation Topic of the FASB ASC.  We use the fair value method for equity instruments granted to employees and will use the Black-Scholes model for measuring the fair value of options, if issued. The stock based fair value compensation is determined as of the date of the grant or the date at which the performance of the services is completed (measurement date) and is recognized over the vesting periods.
Comprehensive Gain (Loss)
Total accumulated comprehensive gain (loss) and the components of accumulated other comprehensive gain (loss) are presented in the Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity. Accumulated other comprehensive gain (loss) is composed of foreign currency translation adjustment effects. Gain from discontinued operations per share was $0 and $0.50 in 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Net Loss per Common Share
Earnings per share is calculated in accordance with the Earnings per Share Topic of the FASB ASC. The weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during each period is used to compute basic earnings (loss) per share. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares plus dilutive potential common shares outstanding. Potentially dilutive common shares consist of employee stock options, warrants, and other convertible securities, and are excluded from the diluted earnings per share computation in periods where the Company has incurred a net loss. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, the Company incurred a net loss, resulting in no dilutive common shares.
Recently Adopted and Recently Issued Accounting Guidance
In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-02, Reporting of Amounts Reclassified out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, which is included in ASC 220, Comprehensive Income. This update improves the reporting of reclassification out of accumulated other comprehensive income. The adoption of this accounting standard update  became effective for the Company's interim and annual reporting periods beginning January 1, 2013  The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-05, Liabilities (Topic 830): Parent's Accounting for Cumulative Translation Adjustment upon Derecognition of Certain Subsidiaries or Groups of Assets within a Foreign Entity or of an Investment in a Foreign Entity.  This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2013 and requires the release of any cumulative translation adjustment into net income upon derecognition of certain subsidiaries or groups of assets within a foreign entity or of an investment in foreign entity.  Management does not anticipate that the accounting pronouncement will have any material future effect on our consolidated financial statements.
In July 2013, FASB issued ASU No. 2013-11, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Presentation of an Unrecognized Tax Benefit When a Net Operating Loss Carryforward, a Similar Tax Loss, or a Tax Credit Carryforward Exists.   This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2013.  This update standardizes the presentation of an unrecognized tax benefit when a net operating loss carryforward, a similar tax loss, or a tax credit carryforward exists.  Management does not anticipate that the accounting pronouncement will have any material future effect on our consolidated financial statements.
Recent accounting pronouncements issued by the FASB (including its Emerging Issues Task Force) and the SEC, did not, or are not believed by management to, have a material impact on the Company's present or future financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Assets_Held_for_Disposal_net

Assets Held for Disposal, net	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Assets Held for Disposal, net [Abstract]	'
Assets Held for Disposal, net	'
	Note 2.	Assets Held for Disposal, net
	Pirita Prospect
	In June 2009, the Company acquired the Pirita prospect from an independent third party for the effective purchase price of $250,000, of which $50,000 was paid in cash and $230,000 was financed, plus value-added tax of $30,000. As of December 31, 2013 the remaining notes payable is $174,000, including applicable value-added tax.
	As of December 31, 2013, the Company was in negotiations to amend its agreements relating to the Pirita Prospect which may include the termination of this acquisition agreement and the return of the property, or other disposal. Per the contract, the Company can only return the property if it is in good standing, which requires that all taxes must be paid and the property must be clear of any liabilities.  As of December 31, 2013, the Company had not paid the property taxes associated with this prospect and has presented the net amount of $76,000 related to the Pirita prospect as an asset held for disposal, net.
	Las Viboras Dos Prospect
	On July 2011, the Company acquired the Las Viboras Does prospect from an independent third party for an effective purchase price of $188,094, plus value-added tax of $30,095.  The purchase price was financed and has a balance of $234,832, including applicable value-added tax. As of December 31, 2013, the Company is in the process of terminating this acquisition agreement and the return of the property, or other disposal and has presented the net amount of ($46,738) related to the Las Viboras Dos prospect as an asset held for disposal, net.
	Auriferos Prospect
	In March 2008, the Company obtained the Auriferos V Fraccion 1 and 2 Prospects ("Auriferos prospect") after a joint venture agreement was terminated.  The agreement with Pershimco contained a clause that any prospects purchased by Pershimco adjacent to the Las Minitas Prospect would revert to the Company.
	At December 31, 2012 this property was an asset held for disposal for $100,000.  During 2013 the Company, through its subsidiary, Amermin, sold this mining concession for $200,000, including the corresponding value added tax, on credit and reclassified the receivable to accounts receivable.
	Las Brisas Prospect
	The Company acquired the Las Brisas Prospect in August 2007 for an effective purchase price of $3,134, plus $391 of value-added tax.
	As of December 31, 2013, the Company is in the process of terminating this acquisition agreement and the return of the property and has presented the net amount of $3,134 related to the Las Brisas prospect as an asset held for disposal, net.
	Total assets held for disposal, net as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 are the following:
	31-Dec-13		Mining Concession		Outstanding Debt			Total Assets Held for
								Disposal, net
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Pirita Prospect		$	250	$	(174	)	$	76
	Las Viboras Dos Prospect			188		(235	)		(47	)
	Las Brisas Prospect			3		-			3
			$	441	$	(409	)	$	32
	31-Dec-12		Mining Concession		Outstanding Debt			Total Assets Held for
								Disposal, net
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Pirita Prospect		$	250	$	(174	)	$	76
	Las Viboras Dos Prospect			188		(235	)		(47	)
	Auriferos			100		-			100
	Las Brisas Prospect			3		-			3
			$	541	$	(409	)	$	132

Property_plant_equipment_mine_

Property, plant, equipment, mine development, land and construction in progress, net	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net [Abstract]	'
Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net	'
	Note 3.	Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net
			31-Dec-13			31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Land		$	20		$	20
	La Currita			-			1,253
	Pilar			728			728
	Don Roman			522			522
	Las Nuvias			100			100
	Centenario			636			636
	La Verde			60			60
	La Palma			80			80
	Champinon (a)			-			2,154
	Dixie Mining District (b)			650			-
	Picacho and Picacho Fractions (See Note 13)			1,571			-
	Mining concessions			4,347			5,533
	Construction in progress			-			269
	Property, plant and equipment			4,337			3,982
				8,704			9,804
	Less - accumulated depreciation			(1,252	)		(926	)
			$	7,452		$	8,878
	Pilar, Don Roman, Las Nuvias, Centenario, La Palma and La Verde properties are located in Mexico and are known as the Don Roman Groupings.
	The Picacho and Picacho Fractions I, II and III properties are located in Mexico and are known as the Picacho Groupings.
	a.	In September 2011, the Company leased the Mina El Champinon Iron Ore Project ("Champinon") in exchange for royalty payments based on production. From September 2011 to April 2012, the Company paid $235,000, plus $38,000 in value-added taxes in advances against royalty payments.
	In May, 2012, the Company terminated the lease agreement for Champinon and entered into a new agreement to acquire the property for an effective purchase price of $2,175,000, plus $348,000 in value-added taxes. The advances against royalty payments made before the lease agreement was terminated were applied against the effective purchase of the Iron Ore Project.
	In 2012, the Company purchased technical data pertaining to Champinon from the former owner for 500,000 shares of Tara Minerals' common stock, valued at $430,000 and $250,000 cash.
	On March 15, 2013, a Settlement Agreement and Release ("settlement agreement") was entered into by and among the Company, Jeffrey Holt, Tom Claridge, Steve Eady, Carnegie Mining and Exploration, Inc. ("CMEI"), CME Operations, LLC ("CME")(CMEI and CME, referred to as "Carnegie"), Harsco Corporation, and Pittsburgh Mineral & Environmental Technology, Inc.   In exchange for Carnegie's acknowledgement that it has no rights under a previously granted option on the Don Roman Groupings, the Company assigned its Champinon mining rights purchase contract, including all related obligations and acquisition payments, to Plathio Trading Mexico, SA de CV, Carnegie's Mexican subsidiary, and the Company agreed to issue to Carnegie 500,000 restricted shares of Tara Minerals' common stock, which may not be sold until the earlier of: (i) the Tara Minerals' shares of common stock reaching a minimum trading price of $1.00 per share; or (ii) two years from the date of the settlement agreement. Under the settlement agreement for the Champinon property, the Company retains mining and beneficial rights to known silver, zinc, and led vein structure present on the Champinon concession. On March 22, 2013, the 500,000 restricted shares were issued valued at $150,000. The settlement agreement confirms Carnegie's acknowledgement of the Company's 100% ownership of the Don Roman Groupings.
	Per the settlement agreement dated March 15, 2013, the Company retained ownership of 14 hectares of the Champinon mining concession which Tara Minerals valued at $203,000. As of December 2013, the Company was notified of a default of the purchase contract by non-performance of Carnegie; the Company concluded that at this time the probability of retaining claim on the 14 hectares of the Champinon mining concession is remote and therefore removed the mining concession from its books and recognized it as an additional loss on the settlement.
	The Company recognized a total loss of $1,065,000 on the settlement agreement mentioned above.
	b.	During 2013, the Company acquired the Black Diamond and Ontario prospects in the Dixie Mining District from an unrelated third party for $11
	The former owner of the prospects is entitled to receive royalties upon all ore, mineral-bearing rock and other deposits extracted and shipped or milled, treated, and sold from the property in the amount of 3% of the net smelter or mill returns earned from the property prior to December 31, 2014. The royalty agreement provides that the payment of the royalty will terminate upon the independent third party receiving $558,160. If the former owner has not received that amount in royalty payments as of December 31, 2014, the Company is required to pay the difference, if any, between the $558,160 and the amount of royalties received from the Company. No royalty is owed to the former owner if mining on the property is not yet economically feasible.  As of April 14, 2014 based on the amount of exploration conducted it is not yet economically feasible and no royalty payments have been paid.
	Other Mining Commitments
	Tania Iron Ore Project
	The Company leased the Tania Iron Ore Project in May 2011 for royalty payments based on production.
	The Company has the right to remove 6 million tonnes of iron ore concentrate from the property, with renewal rights extending through the life of the property. The Company had agreed to pay $6 per tonne for the first 500,000 tonnes removed from the property and $7 per tonne thereafter. As of December 31, 2013 the Company has paid $100,000 against future royalty payments.

Other_assets_current_and_noncu

Other assets, current and non-current	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Other Assets, current and non-current [Abstract]	'
Other Assets, current and non-current	'
	Note 4.	Other Assets, current and non-current
	In 2011, the Company paid a $100,000 advance to the Tania Iron Ore Property vendor, against future royalty payments and $175,000 to the subcontractor at the Tania Iron Ore Property for property improvements.  Although the Company is seeking the return of the $175,000 from the subcontractor for non-performance, a full allowance for the receivable has been recognized at December 31, 2013 and 2012.
	As of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, the Company's other current assets consisted of prepaid expenses of $116,425 and $54,020 and security deposits of $21,684 and $24,581.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Taxes [Abstract]	'
Income Taxes	'
	Note 5.	Income Taxes
	The Company files income tax returns in the U.S. and Mexican jurisdictions. In the U.S., Tara Gold files a standalone return; Tara Minerals and Adit file a consolidated tax return.  All 2012 U.S. returns have been filed and 2013 will be filed by the U.S. extension deadline.  In Mexico, Amermin, AMM and ACM file standalone tax returns.  All 2012 Mexico returns have been filed; Amermin and AMM's 2013 returns have been filed and ACM will be filed as soon as all necessary items are obtained.  No tax returns for the Company or any subsidiary of the Company are currently under examination by any tax authorities in their respective countries, except for routine tax reviews for AMM for January - December 2011, and September 2009.
	The provision for federal and state income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2013 includes elements of Tara Gold as a separate filing entity, Tara Minerals and Adit as a consolidated filing entity, and Amermin, AMM, and ACM (Mexico Companies) as separate filing entities.
	The December 31, 2013 and since inception income tax benefit, net of tax associated with discontinued operations, is as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
			Tara Gold			Tara Minerals			Mexico Companies			Total
	Current asset (liability) - total		$	-		$	-		$	-		$	-
	Deferred asset (liability) - total			1,015			7,309			2,704			11,028
	Valuation allowance			(1,015	)		(7,309	)		(2,704	)		(11,028	)
	Income tax benefit, since inception		$	-		$	-		$	-		$	-
	A valuation allowance is recorded when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will be realized. The future use of deferred tax assets is dependent on the future taxable profits which arise from taxable temporary timing differences such as:
		·	Differences in expensed stock based compensation and stock for investor relation services and corporate officers.
		·	The capitalization of foreign mining exploration expenses for federal income tax purposes.
	·      A carryforward of a net operating loss.
	At December 31, 2013, total deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
			Tara Gold			Tara Minerals			Mexico Companies			Total
	Deferred tax asset - current		$	1,105		$	4,456		$	-		$	5,471
	Deferred tax asset - non-current			-			2,853			2,704			5,557
	Total deferred tax asset			1,105			7,309			2,704			11,028
	Deferred tax liability - current			-			-			-			-
	Deferred tax liability - non-current			-			-			-			-
	Total deferred tax liability			-			-			-			-
	Valuation allowance			(1,105	)		(7,309	)		(2,704	)		(11,028	)
	Net deferred tax asset (liability)		$	-		$	-		$	-		$	-
	Net operating losses generated in the U.S. may only be used to offset income generated in the U.S.  Tara Minerals' U.S. deferred tax asset from 2012 has been reduced from approximately $6,284,000 to zero due to management's forecast on the ability to utilize the related deferred tax assets as of 2013 or in 2014.
	Net operating losses generated in Mexico may only be used to offset income generated in Mexico. Amermin has net operation losses of approximately $756,000 and a remaining estimated deferred tax benefit of $227,000. AMM has a net operating loss in Mexico of approximately $8,200,000 with an estimated deferred tax benefit of $2,460,000. ACM has a net operating loss in Mexico of approximately $59,000 with an estimated deferred tax benefit of $18,000.  The net operating loss and estimated tax benefit has been added to net operating losses and tax benefits from previous years.
	Per the Income Tax topic of the FASB ASC, when it is more likely than not that a tax asset cannot be realized through future income the Company must allow for this future tax benefit.  We have fully allowed for the entire deferred tax asset for the Company and all subsidiaries as of December 31, 2013.
	Net operating losses expire as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
			Tara Gold			Tara Minerals			Mexico Companies			Total
	31-Dec-29		$	879		$	-		$	-		$	879
	31-Dec-30			270			7,600			3,701			11,571
	31-Dec-31			657			2,366			2,532			5,555
	31-Dec-32			563			-			1,536			2,099
	31-Dec-33			530			336			1,186			2,052
	Total net operating loss		$	2,899		$	10,302		$	8,955		$	22,156
	Per the U.S. Internal Revenue Code Section 382, in the event of a change of ownership, the availability of the Company's net operating losses carry forwards may be subject to an annual limitation against taxable income in future periods, which could substantially limit the eventual utilization of this net operating loss carry forwards.  This limitation may not apply pursuant to an ownership change as described in Section 1262 of P.L. 111-5.
	Reconciliation of the differences between the statutory tax rate and the effective income tax rate is as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
			2013
			Amount			Percentage
	Tax at statutory federal rate		$	(677	)		(35	%)
	Temporary differences
	Exploration cost - current			50			2.6	%
	Exploration cost - non-current			425			22	%
	Stock based compensation			21			1.1	%
	Decrease in deferred tax asset due to re-acquisition of ACM			6,284			324.7	%
	Valuation allowance  for U.S. Companies			(530	)		(27.4	%)
	Valuation allowance  for Mexico			711			36.7	%
	Tax provision at the effective rate		$	6,284			324.7	%

Notes_Payable_and_Convertible_

Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net [Abstract]	'
Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net	'
	Note 6.	Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net
	The following table represents the outstanding balance of notes payable.
			31-Dec-13			31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Mining concessions		$	150		$	1,772
	Auto loans			66			64
	Convertible note payable, net			76			-
				292			1,836
	Less - current portion			(188	)		(1,114	)
	Less - current portion convertible notes payable, net			(76	)		-
	Non-current portion		$	28		$	722
	In March 2008, Pershimco Resources transferred its mineral claims and obligations linked to the Mariana and Mezquite prospect to the Company. The obligations transferred to the Company were remaining debt payments of $190,000, which included value-added taxes of $25,907. The effective purchase price of this property was $171,451, plus value-added taxes.
	In December 2012, the Company could not determine whether the note holder or the Company held title to the above property, and, as a result, impaired the property. As of December 31, 2013, the Company was negotiating to amend its agreements with this vendor regarding the Mariana and Mesquite Prospect and cancel the related notes payable of $150,000, including applicable value added tax.
	The Company financed the purchase of a fleet of vehicles during 2010 and 2011. Notes payable interest rates range between 13.5% and 14.5%; notes payable mature between August 2014 and June 2015. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012 the outstanding balance of the loans was $39,796 and $63,793, respectively.
	During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company purchased a vehicle to be used in operations for $31,038. The Company paid $2,000 as a down payment and financed the remainder of $29,038 by issuing a note payable. The note carries interest at 3.74% and matures in August 2018. As of December 31, 2013 the outstanding balance on the loan was $26,823.
	During the year ended December 31, 2013 the Company raised $150,000 through a convertible note payable. The note payable is due in February 2014; bears interest of 16% per year and can be converted to Tara Minerals' stock at $0.10 per share. The beneficial conversion feature of the note payable was determined to be $120,000 of which $45,652 was amortized as of December 31, 2013. Interest expense related to the convertible note was $2,301 as of December 31, 2013. The convertible note had not been paid as of April 14, 2014.
	The five year maturity schedule for notes payable is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
			2014			2015			2016		2017		2018		Total
	Mining concessions		$	150		$	-		$	-	$	-	$	-	$	150
	Auto loans			38			12			6		6		4		66
	Convertible note payable, net			76			-			-		-		-		76
	Total		$	264		$	12		$	6	$	6	$	4	$	292

Related_Party_Transactions

Related Party Transactions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Related Party Transactions	'
	Note 7.	Related Party Transactions
	Due to related parties, net of due from related parties consisted of:
			31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Due to related parties		$	(1,100)	$	(980)
	Due from related parties			1,195		1,069
	Total		$	95	$	89
	All transactions with related parties have occurred in the normal course of operations and Mexico based related party transactions are measured at the appropriate foreign exchange amount.
	The following are intercompany transactions that eliminate during the consolidation of these financial statements:
	In January 2007, Corporacion Amermin S.A. de C.V. ("Amermin"), a subsidiary of Tara Gold, made arrangements to purchase the Pilar, Don Roman and Las Nuvias properties listed in Note 2 (part of the Don Roman Groupings) and subsequently sold the concessions to Tara Minerals. At December 31, 2013 Amermin has paid the original note holder in full and Tara Minerals owes Amermin $535,659 for the Pilar mining concession and $211,826 for the Don Roman mining concession.
	As of December 31, 2013, Amermin had loaned a total of $991,722 to AMM at 0% interest, due on demand.
	As of December 31, 2013, Tara Gold owed Tara Minerals a total of $111,782 at 0% interest, due on demand. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Tara Gold made a payment in the amount of $995,976 to Tara Minerals for amounts previously borrowed.
	During 2012, Tara Minerals issued Adit six promissory notes for $4,286,663. During 2013, Tara Minerals issued Adit one promissory note for $610,000. Notes due between May 2013 and January 2014 were extended for one year. These notes are unsecured, bear interest at U.S. prime rate plus 3.25% per year and are due and payable between May 2014 and January 2015. As of December 31, 2013 Tara Minerals owed Adit $5,334,934 in interest and principal.

Iron_Ore_Properties_and_Relate

Iron Ore Properties and Related Financial Instrument	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Iron Ore Properties and Related Financial Instrument [Abstract]	'
Iron Ore Properties and Related Financial Instrument	'
	Note 8.	Iron Ore Properties and Related Financial Instrument
	The Company raised $750,000 (2011) and $50,000 (2012), for a total of $800,000 through a financial instrument to fund potential iron ore properties. The financial instrument has no repayment requirement, except if the iron ore properties generate revenue. As the Company's common stock had not been issued and this is not a debt instrument, the amount raised was treated as a temporary financing instrument until such time as changes that require debt or permanent equity treatment. The beneficial conversion feature of this instrument was determined to be $180,000 (2011) and $20,000 (2012), for a total of $200,000.
	In January 2013, the Company entered into conversion agreements to convert the instruments to 1,600,000 shares of Tara Minerals' common stock. All shares were issued as of December 31, 2013.

Stockholders_Equity

Stockholders' Equity	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]	'
Stockholders' Equity	'
	Note 9.	Stockholders' Equity
	The authorized common stock of Tara Gold consists of 150,000,000 shares with par value of $0.001.
	During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, Tara Gold did not have any stock transactions.
	As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, the Company had 102,795,119 shares of common stock issued and outstanding.

NonControlling_Interest

Non-Controlling Interest	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Non-controlling Interest [Abstract]	'
Non-controlling Interest	'
	Note 10.	Non-Controlling Interest
	All non-controlling interest of the Company is a result of the Company's subsidiaries stock movement and results of operations.  Cumulative results of these activities results in:
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
		(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Common stock for cash	$	16,165			$	15,241
	Common stock for services		5,846				5,626
	Stock based compensation		5,615				5,556
	Loan conversion plus accrued interest		2,142				1,342
	Exploration expenses paid for in subsidiary common stock		4,146				4,146
	Cumulative net loss attributable to non-controlling interest		(12,826	)			(8,521	)
	Treasury stock		(500	)			(500	)
	Other non-controlling interests		442				171
	Total non-controlling interest	$	21,030			$	23,061
	A summary of activity as of December 31, 2013 and changes during the period then ended is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
	Non-controlling interest at December 31, 2011		$	21,742
	Common stock for cash			457
	Common stock for services			54
	Stock based compensation			675
	Exploration expenses paid for in subsidiary common stock			430
	Stock payable for prepaid services			50
	Other			30
	Net income  attributable to non-controlling interest			123
	Treasury stock			(500	)
	Non-controlling interest at December 31, 2012		$	23,061
	Common stock for cash			924
	Common stock for services			220
	Stock based compensation			59
	Conversion of debt and Iron Ore Financial instrument to common stock, plus accrued			800
	Other			271
	Net income  attributable to non-controlling interest			(4,305	)
	Non-controlling interest at December 31, 2013		$	21,030

Options_and_Warrants

Options and Warrants	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Options and Warrants [Abstract]	'
Options and Warrants	'
	Note 11.	Options and Warrants
	Tara Gold Resources does not have any stock option or bonus plans.
	Tara Minerals has the following stock option plans which are registered under a Form S-8:
		·	Incentive Stock Option Plan
		·	Nonqualified Stock Option Plan
		·	Stock Bonus Plan
	In May 2011, under its Incentive Stock Option Plan Tara Minerals granted two of its officers options for the purchase of 750,000 shares of common stock. In April 2013, the options were cancelled and Tara Minerals concurrently granted new Incentive Stock Options to the officers; under this new grant the officers have the option to purchase 750,000 shares of common stock, exercisable at a price of $0.25 per share and vest at various dates until April 2015. The options expire at various dates beginning April 2020. In accordance with the Stock Compensation Topic, FASB ASC 718-20-35, Tara Minerals has analyzed the cancellation of the award accompanied by the concurrent grant of a replacement award and determined that there was no further incremental compensation cost. The options that vested during the year ended December 31, 2013 associated with this transaction were valued at $59,645.
	In January 2010, Tara Minerals' granted options to three of its officers under its Nonqualified Stock Option Plan. The options allow for the purchase of 1,250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $0.05 per share.  These options vested immediately, expire in January 2015 and were valued at $2,334,201.
	In September 2010, Tara Minerals' granted options for 200,000 shares of common stock to an unrelated third party for investor relations services. The options have an exercise price of $1.00 per share, vest between September 2010 and March 2011, and expire two years from the date of vesting. In September 2012, the options' were extended to expire 5 years from the date of vesting, expiring between September 2015 and March 2016. In accordance with the Stock Compensation Topic of the FASB ASC, Tara Minerals' has analyzed the extension of the award and determined that there was no further incremental compensation cost. The options that vested in 2011 associated with this transaction were valued at $36,353; 2010 vesting was valued at $145,412.
	In March 2012, Tara Minerals sold 594,000 units in a private offering for $297,000 in cash, or $0.50 per unit. Each unit consisted of one share of Tara Minerals' common stock, and one warrant. Each warrant entitles the holder to purchase one share of Tara Minerals' common stock at a price of $1.00 per share at or any time before December 31, 2012.  The shares and warrants were issued in April 2012. No warrants were exercised prior to expiration.
	In June 2012, Tara Minerals granted options for 200,000 shares of common stock to an unrelated third party for corporate development consulting services. The options had an exercise price of $0.05 per share, vested immediately and were exercised by June 30, 2012.  The option valuation for this transaction was $110,000.
	On October 28, 2009, Adit adopted the following stock option plans which have not been registered:
		·	Incentive Stock Option Plan
		·	Nonqualified Stock Option Plan
		·	Stock Bonus Plan
	In October 2009, Adit granted four of its officer's options under its Nonqualified Stock Option Plan for the purchase of 1,000,000 shares of common stock. The options have an exercise price of $0.05 per share; the options will vest at a rate of 20% per year; the first set of options vested on October 28, 2010 and is scheduled to expire on November 15, 2015.  The options that vested in 2011 and 2010 were valued at $134,979 each year. In October 2012, all remaining options under the October 2009 grant were cancelled due to the sale of the sole mining concession of Adit. Due to the cancellation, the Company immediately recognized a $429,924 stock compensation expense.
	There were no issuances of instruments under the Adit plans in 2013 or 2012.
	The fair value of each option/warrant award discussed above is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option valuation model that uses the assumptions noted in the following table. Expected volatilities are based on volatilities from Tara Minerals' traded common stock. The expected term of options granted is estimated at half of the contractual term as noted in the individual option/warrant agreements and represents the period of time that management anticipates option/warrants granted are expected to be outstanding.  The risk-free rate for the periods within the contractual life of the option is based on the U.S. Treasury bond rate in effect at the time of the grant for bonds with maturity dates at the estimated term of the options.  Historically Tara Minerals has had no forfeitures of options or warrants, therefore, Tara Minerals uses a zero forfeiture rate.
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
	Expected volatility	218.84%			104.82% - 131.10%
	Weighted-average volatility	218.84%			117.96%
	Expected dividends	0			0
	Expected term (in years)	2			1
	Risk-free rate	0.22%			0.05% - 0.14%
	A summary of option activity under the plans as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and changes during the period then ended is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars, except for per share amounts):
	Options		Shares			Weighted-		Weighted-Average		Aggregate
						Average		Remaining		Intrinsic
						Exercise Price		Contractual Term		Value
	Outstanding at December 31, 2011			3,350,000		$	0.69	3		$	1,409
	Granted			200,000			0.05
	Exercised			(200,000	)		0.05
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(600,000	)		-
	Outstanding at December 31, 2012			2,750,000		$	0.34	3		$ 1,000
	Granted			750,000			0.25
	Exercised			-			-
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(750,000	)		0.48
	Outstanding at December 31, 2013			2,750,000		$	0.24		3	$	210,000
	Exercisable at December 31, 2013			2,340,000		$	0.3		3	$	210,000
	Non-vested Options		Options			Weighted-Average
						Grant-Date Fair Value
	Non-vested at December 31, 2011			1,010,000		$	1.08
	Granted			200,000			0.05
	Vested			(450,000	)		0.32
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(600,000	)		-
	Non-vested at December 31, 2012			160,000		$	0.48
	Granted			750,000			0.25
	Vested			(340,000	)		0.25
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(160,000	)		0.48
	Non-vested at December 31, 2013			410,000		$	0.37
	A summary of warrant activity as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and changes during the period then ended is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars, except for per share amounts):
	Warrants		Shares			Weighted-Average		Weighted-Average		Aggregate
						Exercise Price		Remaining		Intrinsic
								Contractual Term		Value
	Outstanding at December 31, 2011			7,393,081		$	0.89
	Granted			594,000			1
	Exercised			(125,000	)		0.4
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(5,073,748	)		0.51
	Outstanding at December 31, 2012			2,788,333		$	1.38		1.0	$	-
	Granted			-			-
	Exercised			-			-
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(2,788,333	)		-1.38
	Outstanding at  December 31, 2013			-		$	-		-	$	-
	Exercisable at December 31, 2013			-		$	-		-	$	-
All warrants vest upon issuance.

Fair_Value

Fair Value	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value [Abstract]	'
Fair Value	'
	Note 12.	Fair Value
	In accordance with authoritative guidance, the table below sets forth the Company's financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value by level within the fair value hierarchy. Assets and liabilities are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
			Fair Value at December 31, 2013
			(in thousands of U.S. dollars)
			Total			Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets:
	Fair market value of ACM's net identifiable assets		$	1,589		$	-	$	-	$	1,589
	acquired  (See Note 13)
	Liabilities:
	Beneficial conversion feature of note payable		$	-76		$	-76	$	-	$	-
	(See Note 6)
			Fair Value at December 31, 2012
			(in thousands of U.S. dollars)
			Total			Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets:
	None		$	-		$	-	$	-	$	-
	Liabilities:
	Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net		$	600		$	-	$	-200	$	800
	(See Note 8)
	The following is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) during the year ended December 31, 2013:
			Iron Ore Properties
			Financial Instrument
			(in thousands of
			U.S. dollars)
	Beginning balance		$	800
	Additions			1,589
	Reductions (conversion of Iron Ore Instrument)			(800	)
	Ending balance		$	1,589
	The amount of total gains or losses for the year included in earnings attributable to the change in		$	-
	unrealized gains or losses relating to liabilities still held at reporting date

Reacquisition_of_ACM

Re-acquisition of ACM	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Re-acquisition of ACM [Abstract]	'
Re-acquisition of ACM	'
	Note 13.	Re-acquisition of ACM
	On April 4, 2012, the Company sold its 99.99% owned subsidiary, ACM to Yamana Mexico Holdings B.V. ("Yamana").  ACM's primary asset is the Picacho Groupings located in Sonora, Mexico. The Property does not have any proven reserves.
	As consideration for the sale of ACM, Yamana paid $7.5 million, minus approximately $780,000 (the amount required to pay the Mexican government to release its tax lien on the Property). In addition, Yamana  surrendered 500,000 Adit's common shares, and warrants to purchase an additional 250,000 Adit's common shares, upon the execution of the sale agreement.
	Yamana had the option to terminate the Agreement within ten business days prior to May 7, 2013 for any reason. If the Agreement was terminated, Yamana would be required to return ownership of ACM and the underlying property to the Company in good standing. If this occurred, the first cash payment made by Yamana would be retained by the Company.
	On May 7, 2013, the Company received notice that Yamana was terminating the purchase agreement.
	The Company calculated the fair value of the assets purchased and liabilities assumed as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
	Assets:		8-May-13
	Picacho Groupings		$	1,571
	Improvements (Mine site warehouse)			18
	Liabilities:
	None			-
	Fair market value of net identifiable assets acquired			1,589
	Less: Fair value of the consideration transferred for ACM			-
	Add:  Release of Adit's tax liability due to the termination of the purchase			1,901
	Value of assigned gain on bargain acquisition of ACM		$	3,490

Subsequent_Events

Subsequent Events	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Subsequent Events [Abstract]	'
Subsequent Events	'
	Note 14.	Subsequent Events
		1	On January 9, 2014, Tara Minerals Corp. entered into an Investment Agreement with Panormus Trust and Investments Ltd. and Mediterranea Trust Ltd., collectively referred to as MTI.
	The Agreement grants MTI the right to invest in Tara Minerals through the purchase of up to $2,025,000 in restricted common stock of Tara Minerals at $0.30 per share and a targeted loan of $4,725,000 for the development of the Don Roman project (the "Don Roman Project Loan").  The  investment  is structured  as a  combination  of  an equity  private  placement  and  a  loan  for  tax efficiency.
	The targeted  Don Roman  Project Loan will be used to advance the Don Roman Project  to  commercial  production  and is  payable  from 49% of the net income realized from the minerals  recovered from the concession  area of the Don Roman Project. Initially, MTI's 49% net income interest will be designated as loan repayment.  Once the loan has been repaid, MTI will continue to receive 49% of the net income realized from the Don Roman Project.
	Tara Minerals and MTI formed a Management Committee which oversees operations based on a committee approved Business Plan. The loan proceeds will be released from a segregated account based on approved expenditures.  Although the Management Committee has been active in the beginning stages of planning, the funds have not yet been received from MTI.
		2	AMM received refunds of IVA taxes during January and February for a total refund of $40,489.

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Orga1

Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Basis of Presentation and Organization	'
	Basis of Presentation and Organization
	Tara Gold Resources, Corp. ("Tara Gold") was incorporated on October 14, 1999 under the laws of the State of Nevada as Westnet Communication Group. By special resolution of the shareholders, Westnet Communication Group changed its name to Tara Gold Resources, Corp. on February 9, 2006.
	In May 2005, Tara Gold, through its subsidiary Corporacion Amermin S.A. de C.V. ("Amermin"), began acquiring mining properties in Mexico. In May 2006, Tara Gold formed Tara Minerals Corp. ("Tara Minerals"), which owns 99.9% of the common stock of American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. ("AMM"), a Mexican corporation. Tara Minerals also owns 87% of the common stock of Adit Resources Corp. ("Adit"). Adit in turns owns 99.99% of American Copper Mining, S.A. de C.V. ("ACM") (See Note 13). Tara Gold's operations in Mexico are conducted through Amermin and AMM since Mexican law provides that only Mexican corporations are allowed to own mining properties. All of Tara Gold's operations in Mexico are conducted through its Mexican subsidiaries.
	In June 2013, Tara Gold purchased 4,500,000 shares of Tara Minerals' common stock, for an aggregate consideration of $1,350,000, or $0.30 a share. As of December 31, 2013, Tara Gold owned approximately 50% of the outstanding common stock of Tara Minerals.
	Tara Gold focuses primarily on gold mining concessions. Tara Minerals' primary focus is also on gold and silver, as well as industrial minerals, copper, lead, zinc, iron and other associated metals.
	On May 25, 2011, Tara Gold commenced distributing its shares of Tara Minerals to its shareholders by distributing one share of Tara Minerals for every 20 outstanding shares of Tara Gold. Tara Gold plans to make additional distributions until all Tara Minerals shares held by Tara Gold have been distributed to Tara Gold's shareholders.
	After Tara Gold has distributed all of its Tara Minerals shares, Tara Gold will not have any interest in the properties owned by Tara Minerals, AMM, Adit or ACM.
	Both Tara Gold and Tara Minerals may continue their efforts to develop mining properties that are thought to contain commercial quantities of gold, silver and other minerals. Additionally, once the distribution has been completed, the consolidated parent and subsidiary relationship between Tara Gold and Tara Minerals may change.
	In these financial statements, unless otherwise indicated, all references to "Company," "we," "our," and/or "us," refer to Tara Gold and its consolidated subsidiaries.
	The Company is a mining company in the exploration stage and presents inception to date information, in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification ("FASB ASC") Development Stage Entities Topic.
	The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries. All amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
	Current and historical exchange rates are not indicative of what future exchange rates will be and should not be construed as such.
	Relevant exchange rates used in the preparation of the financial statements for Amermin, AMM and ACM are as follows for the year ended December 31, 2013 and 2012. Mexican pesos per one U.S. dollar:
		31-Dec-13
	Current exchange rate	Ps.	13.0652
	Weighted average exchange rate for year ended	Ps.	12.5439
		31-Dec-12
	Current exchange rate	Ps.	12.9880
	Weighted average exchange rate for year ended	Ps.	12.8204
Reclassifications	'
	Reclassifications
	Certain reclassifications, which have no effect on net loss, have been made in the prior period financial statements to conform to the current year presentation.
Estimates	'
	Estimates
	The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management routinely makes judgments on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents	'
	Cash and Cash Equivalents
	For the Statements of Cash Flows, all highly liquid investments with maturity of three months or less are considered to be cash equivalents. There were no cash equivalents as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.
Fair Value Accounting	'
	Fair Value Accounting
	As required by the Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures Topic of the FASB ASC, fair value is measured based on a three-tier fair value hierarchy, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows: (Level 1) observable inputs such as quoted prices in active markets; (Level 2) inputs, other than the quoted prices in active markets, that are observable either directly or indirectly; and (Level 3) unobservable inputs in which there is little or no market data, which require the reporting entity to develop its own assumptions.
	The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are described below:
		Level 1	Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for identical, unrestricted assets or liabilities;
		Level 2	Quoted prices in markets that are not active, or inputs that are observable, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability;
		Level 3	Prices or valuation techniques that require inputs that are both significant to the fair value measurement and unobservable (supported by little or no market activity).
Concentrations	'
	Concentrations
	The Company maintains cash balances at highly-rated financial institutions in the United States.  Each institution is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") up to $250,000 for deposit accounts. The Company had no and two bank accounts in excess of $250,000, at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The Company has not experienced any losses in these accounts.
Recoverable Value-Added Taxes (IVA) and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts	'
	Recoverable Value-Added Taxes (IVA) and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
	Impuesto al Valor Agregado taxes (IVA) are recoverable value-added taxes charged by the Mexican government on goods sold and services rendered at a rate of 16%.  Under certain circumstances, these taxes are recoverable by filing a tax return and as allowed by the Mexican taxing authority.
	Each period, receivables are reviewed for collectability.  When a receivable has doubtful collectability we allow for the receivable until we are either assured of collection (and reverse the allowance) or assured that a write-off is necessary.
	Our allowance in association with our receivable from IVA from our Mexico subsidiaries is based on our determination that the Mexican government may not allow the complete refund of these taxes.
			31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Allowance - recoverable value-added taxes		$	2,537	$	2,829
	Allowance - other receivables			391		364
	Total		$	2,928	$	3,193
	Bad debt expense was $64,945 and $805,833 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development and Land	'
	Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development and Land
	Mining concessions and acquisitions, exploration and development costs relating to mineral properties with proven reserves are deferred until the properties are brought into production, at which time they will be amortized on the unit of production method based on estimated recoverable reserves. If it is determined that the deferred costs related to a property are not recoverable over its productive life, those costs will be written down to fair value as a charge to operations in the period in which the determination is made. The amounts at which mineral properties and the related deferred costs are recorded do not necessarily reflect present or future values.
	The recoverability of the book value of each property is assessed at least annually for indicators of impairment such as adverse changes to any of the following:
		•	estimated recoverable ounces of copper, lead, zinc, gold, silver or other precious minerals
		•	estimated future commodity prices
		•	estimated expected future operating costs, capital expenditures and reclamation expenditures
	A write-down to fair value is recorded when the expected future cash flow is less than the net book value of the property or when events or changes in the property indicate that carrying amounts are not recoverable. This analysis is completed as needed, and at least annually.  As of the date of this filing no events have occurred that would require the write-down of any assets. In addition, the carrying amounts of the Company's mining properties are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If such indication of impairment exists, the asset's recoverable amount will be reduced to its estimated fair value. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, no indications of impairment existed.
	Certain mining plant and equipment included in mine development and infrastructure is depreciated on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives from 3 - 10 years. Other non-mining assets are recorded at cost and depreciated on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives from 3 - 10 years.
Financial and Derivative Instruments	'
	Financial and Derivative Instruments
	The Company periodically enters into financial instruments. Upon entry, each instrument is reviewed for debt or equity treatment.  In the event that the debt or equity treatment is not readily apparent, FASB ASC 480-10-S99 is consulted for temporary treatment.  Once an event takes place that removes the temporary element the Company appropriately reclassifies the instrument to debt or equity.
	The Company periodically assesses its financial and equity instruments to determine if they require derivative accounting. Instruments which may potentially require derivative accounting are conversion features of debt, equity, and common stock equivalents in excess of available authorized common shares, and contracts with variable share settlements.  In the event of derivative treatment, we mark the instrument to market.
Revenue Recognition	'
	Revenue Recognition
	Revenue from the sale of concentrate and industrial metals will be recognized when ownership passes to the purchaser at which time the following conditions are met:
		i)	persuasive evidence that an agreement exists;
		ii)	the risks and rewards of ownership pass to the purchaser including delivery of the product;
		iii)	the selling price is fixed and determinable; or,
		iv)	collectivity is reasonably assured.
Reclamation and Remediation Costs (asset retirement obligations)	'
	Reclamation and Remediation Costs (asset retirement obligations)
	Reclamation costs are allocated to expense over the life of the related assets and are periodically adjusted to reflect changes in the estimated present value resulting from the passage of time and revisions to the estimates of either the timing or amount of the reclamation and abandonment costs.
	Future remediation costs for reprocessing plant and buildings are accrued based on management's best estimate, at the end of each period, of the undiscounted costs expected to be incurred at a site. Such cost estimates include, where applicable, ongoing remediation, maintenance and monitoring costs. Changes in estimates are reflected in earnings in the period an estimate is revised. There were no reclamation and remediation costs accrued as of December 31, 2013 or 2012.
Exploration Expenses and Technical Data	'
	Exploration Expenses and Technical Data
	Exploration costs not directly associated with proven reserves on our mining concessions are charged to operations as incurred.
	Technical data, including engineering reports, maps, assessment reports, exploration samples certificates, surveys, environmental studies and other miscellaneous information, may be purchased for our mining concessions.  When purchased for concessions without proven reserves, the cost is considered research and development pertaining to a developing mine and is expensed when incurred.
Income Taxes	'
	Income Taxes
	Income taxes are provided for using the asset and liability method of accounting in accordance with the Income Taxes Topic of the FASB ASC. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between the financial reporting and tax basis of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. A valuation allowance is established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized by management. Deferred tax assets are reduced by a valuation allowance when, in the opinion of management, it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The computation of limitations relating to the amount of such tax assets, and the determination of appropriate valuation allowances relating to the realization of such assets, are inherently complex and require the exercise of judgment. As additional information becomes available, management continually assesses the carrying value of our net deferred tax assets.
Stock Based Compensation	'
	Stock Based Compensation
	Stock based compensation is accounted for using the Equity-Based Payments to Non-Employee's Topic of the FASB ASC, which establishes standards for the accounting  of transactions in which an entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services. It also addresses transactions in which an entity incurs liabilities in exchange for goods or services that are based on the fair value of the entity's equity instruments or that may be settled by the issuance of those equity instruments. We determine the value of stock issued at the date of grant. We also determine, at the date of grant, the value of stock at fair market value or the value of services rendered (based on contract or otherwise), whichever is more readily determinable.
	Shares issued to employees are expensed upon issuance.
	Stock based compensation for employees is accounted for using the Stock Based Compensation Topic of the FASB ASC.  We use the fair value method for equity instruments granted to employees and will use the Black-Scholes model for measuring the fair value of options, if issued. The stock based fair value compensation is determined as of the date of the grant or the date at which the performance of the services is completed (measurement date) and is recognized over the vesting periods.
Comprehensive Gain (Loss)	'
	Comprehensive Gain (Loss)
	Total accumulated comprehensive gain (loss) and the components of accumulated other comprehensive gain (loss) are presented in the Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity. Accumulated other comprehensive gain (loss) is composed of foreign currency translation adjustment effects. Gain from discontinued operations per share was $0 and $0.50 in 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Net Loss per Common Share	'
	Net Loss per Common Share
	Earnings per share is calculated in accordance with the Earnings per Share Topic of the FASB ASC. The weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during each period is used to compute basic earnings (loss) per share. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares plus dilutive potential common shares outstanding. Potentially dilutive common shares consist of employee stock options, warrants, and other convertible securities, and are excluded from the diluted earnings per share computation in periods where the Company has incurred a net loss. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, the Company incurred a net loss, resulting in no dilutive common shares.
Recently Adopted and Recently Issued Accounting Guidance	'
	Recently Adopted and Recently Issued Accounting Guidance
	In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-02, Reporting of Amounts Reclassified out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, which is included in ASC 220, Comprehensive Income. This update improves the reporting of reclassification out of accumulated other comprehensive income. The adoption of this accounting standard update  became effective for the Company's interim and annual reporting periods beginning January 1, 2013  The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
	In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-05, Liabilities (Topic 830): Parent's Accounting for Cumulative Translation Adjustment upon Derecognition of Certain Subsidiaries or Groups of Assets within a Foreign Entity or of an Investment in a Foreign Entity.  This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2013 and requires the release of any cumulative translation adjustment into net income upon derecognition of certain subsidiaries or groups of assets within a foreign entity or of an investment in foreign entity.  Management does not anticipate that the accounting pronouncement will have any material future effect on our consolidated financial statements.
	In July 2013, FASB issued ASU No. 2013-11, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Presentation of an Unrecognized Tax Benefit When a Net Operating Loss Carryforward, a Similar Tax Loss, or a Tax Credit Carryforward Exists.   This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2013.  This update standardizes the presentation of an unrecognized tax benefit when a net operating loss carryforward, a similar tax loss, or a tax credit carryforward exists.  Management does not anticipate that the accounting pronouncement will have any material future effect on our consolidated financial statements.
	Recent accounting pronouncements issued by the FASB (including its Emerging Issues Task Force) and the SEC, did not, or are not believed by management to, have a material impact on the Company's present or future financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Orga2

Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Summary of Exchange Rates	'
	Relevant exchange rates used in the preparation of the financial statements for Amermin, AMM and ACM are as follows for the year ended December 31, 2013 and 2012. Mexican pesos per one U.S. dollar:
		31-Dec-13
	Current exchange rate	Ps.	13.0652
	Weighted average exchange rate for year ended	Ps.	12.5439
		31-Dec-12
	Current exchange rate	Ps.	12.9880
	Weighted average exchange rate for year ended	Ps.	12.8204
Schedule of Allowances of Receivables	'
			31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Allowance - recoverable value-added taxes		$	2,537	$	2,829
	Allowance - other receivables			391		364
	Total		$	2,928	$	3,193

Assets_Held_for_Disposal_net_T

Assets Held for Disposal, net (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Assets Held for Disposal, net [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Total Assets Held for Disposal, Net	'
	Total assets held for disposal, net as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 are the following:
	31-Dec-13	Mining Concession		Outstanding Debt			Total Assets Held for
							Disposal, net
		(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Pirita Prospect	$	250	$	(174	)	$	76
	Las Viboras Dos Prospect		188		(235	)		(47	)
	Las Brisas Prospect		3		-			3
		$	441	$	(409	)	$	32
	31-Dec-12	Mining Concession		Outstanding Debt			Total Assets Held for
							Disposal, net
		(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Pirita Prospect	$	250	$	(174	)	$	76
	Las Viboras Dos Prospect		188		(235	)		(47	)
	Auriferos		100		-			100
	Las Brisas Prospect		3		-			3
		$	541	$	(409	)	$	132

Recovered_Sheet1

Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development and Land	'
			31-Dec-13			31-Dec-12
			(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Land		$	20		$	20
	La Currita			-			1,253
	Pilar			728			728
	Don Roman			522			522
	Las Nuvias			100			100
	Centenario			636			636
	La Verde			60			60
	La Palma			80			80
	Champinon (a)			-			2,154
	Dixie Mining District (b)			650			-
	Picacho and Picacho Fractions (See Note 13)			1,571			-
	Mining concessions			4,347			5,533
	Construction in progress			-			269
	Property, plant and equipment			4,337			3,982
				8,704			9,804
	Less - accumulated depreciation			(1,252	)		(926	)
			$	7,452		$	8,878
	Pilar, Don Roman, Las Nuvias, Centenario, La Palma and La Verde properties are located in Mexico and are known as the Don Roman Groupings.
	The Picacho and Picacho Fractions I, II and III properties are located in Mexico and are known as the Picacho Groupings.
	a.	In September 2011, the Company leased the Mina El Champinon Iron Ore Project ("Champinon") in exchange for royalty payments based on production. From September 2011 to April 2012, the Company paid $235,000, plus $38,000 in value-added taxes in advances against royalty payments.
	In May, 2012, the Company terminated the lease agreement for Champinon and entered into a new agreement to acquire the property for an effective purchase price of $2,175,000, plus $348,000 in value-added taxes. The advances against royalty payments made before the lease agreement was terminated were applied against the effective purchase of the Iron Ore Project.
	In 2012, the Company purchased technical data pertaining to Champinon from the former owner for 500,000 shares of Tara Minerals' common stock, valued at $430,000 and $250,000 cash.
	On March 15, 2013, a Settlement Agreement and Release ("settlement agreement") was entered into by and among the Company, Jeffrey Holt, Tom Claridge, Steve Eady, Carnegie Mining and Exploration, Inc. ("CMEI"), CME Operations, LLC ("CME")(CMEI and CME, referred to as "Carnegie"), Harsco Corporation, and Pittsburgh Mineral & Environmental Technology, Inc.   In exchange for Carnegie's acknowledgement that it has no rights under a previously granted option on the Don Roman Groupings, the Company assigned its Champinon mining rights purchase contract, including all related obligations and acquisition payments, to Plathio Trading Mexico, SA de CV, Carnegie's Mexican subsidiary, and the Company agreed to issue to Carnegie 500,000 restricted shares of Tara Minerals' common stock, which may not be sold until the earlier of: (i) the Tara Minerals' shares of common stock reaching a minimum trading price of $1.00 per share; or (ii) two years from the date of the settlement agreement. Under the settlement agreement for the Champinon property, the Company retains mining and beneficial rights to known silver, zinc, and led vein structure present on the Champinon concession. On March 22, 2013, the 500,000 restricted shares were issued valued at $150,000. The settlement agreement confirms Carnegie's acknowledgement of the Company's 100% ownership of the Don Roman Groupings.
	Per the settlement agreement dated March 15, 2013, the Company retained ownership of 14 hectares of the Champinon mining concession which Tara Minerals valued at $203,000. As of December 2013, the Company was notified of a default of the purchase contract by non-performance of Carnegie; the Company concluded that at this time the probability of retaining claim on the 14 hectares of the Champinon mining concession is remote and therefore removed the mining concession from its books and recognized it as an additional loss on the settlement.
	The Company recognized a total loss of $1,065,000 on the settlement agreement mentioned above.
	b.	During 2013, the Company acquired the Black Diamond and Ontario prospects in the Dixie Mining District from an unrelated third party for $11
	The former owner of the prospects is entitled to receive royalties upon all ore, mineral-bearing rock and other deposits extracted and shipped or milled, treated, and sold from the property in the amount of 3% of the net smelter or mill returns earned from the property prior to December 31, 2014. The royalty agreement provides that the payment of the royalty will terminate upon the independent third party receiving $558,160. If the former owner has not received that amount in royalty payments as of December 31, 2014, the Company is required to pay the difference, if any, between the $558,160 and the amount of royalties received from the Company. No royalty is owed to the former owner if mining on the property is not yet economically feasible.  As of April 14, 2014 based on the amount of exploration conducted it is not yet economically feasible and no royalty payments have been paid.

Income_Taxes_Tables

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Taxes [Abstract]	'
Summary of Income Tax Benefit	'
	The December 31, 2013 and since inception income tax benefit, net of tax associated with discontinued operations, is as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
		Tara Gold			Tara Minerals			Mexico Companies			Total
	Current asset (liability) - total	$	-		$	-		$	-		$	-
	Deferred asset (liability) - total		1,015			7,309			2,704			11,028
	Valuation allowance		(1,015	)		(7,309	)		(2,704	)		(11,028	)
	Income tax benefit, since inception	$	-		$	-		$	-		$	-
Summary of Deferred Tax Assets and Deferred Tax Liabilities	'
	At December 31, 2013, total deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
		Tara Gold			Tara Minerals			Mexico Companies			Total
	Deferred tax asset - current	$	1,105		$	4,456		$	-		$	5,471
	Deferred tax asset - non-current		-			2,853			2,704			5,557
	Total deferred tax asset		1,105			7,309			2,704			11,028
	Deferred tax liability - current		-			-			-			-
	Deferred tax liability - non-current		-			-			-			-
	Total deferred tax liability		-			-			-			-
	Valuation allowance		(1,105	)		(7,309	)		(2,704	)		(11,028	)
	Net deferred tax asset (liability)	$	-		$	-		$	-		$	-
Summary of Operating Loss Carryforward Expirations	'
	Net operating losses expire as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
		Tara Gold			Tara Minerals			Mexico Companies			Total
	31-Dec-29	$	879		$	-		$	-		$	879
	31-Dec-30		270			7,600			3,701			11,571
	31-Dec-31		657			2,366			2,532			5,555
	31-Dec-32		563			-			1,536			2,099
	31-Dec-33		530			336			1,186			2,052
	Total net operating loss	$	2,899		$	10,302		$	8,955		$	22,156
Reconciliation of Effective Income Tax Rate	'
	Reconciliation of the differences between the statutory tax rate and the effective income tax rate is as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
		2013
		Amount			Percentage
	Tax at statutory federal rate	$	(677	)		(35	%)
	Temporary differences
	Exploration cost - current		50			2.6	%
	Exploration cost - non-current		425			22	%
	Stock based compensation		21			1.1	%
	Decrease in deferred tax asset due to re-acquisition of ACM		6,284			324.7	%
	Valuation allowance  for U.S. Companies		(530	)		(27.4	%)
	Valuation allowance  for Mexico		711			36.7	%
	Tax provision at the effective rate	$	6,284			324.7	%

Notes_Payable_and_Convertible_1

Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Notes Payable	'
	The following table represents the outstanding balance of notes payable.
		31-Dec-13			31-Dec-12
		(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Mining concessions	$	150		$	1,772
	Auto loans		66			64
	Convertible note payable, net		76			-
			292			1,836
	Less - current portion		(188	)		(1,114	)
	Less - current portion convertible notes payable, net		(76	)		-
	Non-current portion	$	28		$	722
Five Year Maturity Schedule for Notes Payable	'
	The five year maturity schedule for notes payable is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
		2014			2015			2016		2017		2018		Total
	Mining concessions	$	150		$	-		$	-	$	-	$	-	$	150
	Auto loans		38			12			6		6		4		66
	Convertible note payable, net		76			-			-		-		-		76
	Total	$	264		$	12		$	6	$	6	$	4	$	292

Related_Party_Transactions_Tab

Related Party Transactions (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Related Party Transactions	'
	Due to related parties, net of due from related parties consisted of:
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
		(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Due to related parties	$	(1,100)	$	(980)
	Due from related parties		1,195		1,069
	Total	$	95	$	89

NonControlling_Interest_Tables

Non-Controlling Interest (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Non-controlling Interest [Abstract]	'
Summary of Non-controlling interest	'
	All non-controlling interest of the Company is a result of the Company's subsidiaries stock movement and results of operations.  Cumulative results of these activities results in:
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
		(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
	Common stock for cash	$	16,165			$	15,241
	Common stock for services		5,846				5,626
	Stock based compensation		5,615				5,556
	Loan conversion plus accrued interest		2,142				1,342
	Exploration expenses paid for in subsidiary common stock		4,146				4,146
	Cumulative net loss attributable to non-controlling interest		(12,826	)			(8,521	)
	Treasury stock		(500	)			(500	)
	Other non-controlling interests		442				171
	Total non-controlling interest	$	21,030			$	23,061
	A summary of activity as of December 31, 2013 and changes during the period then ended is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
	Non-controlling interest at December 31, 2011		$	21,742
	Common stock for cash			457
	Common stock for services			54
	Stock based compensation			675
	Exploration expenses paid for in subsidiary common stock			430
	Stock payable for prepaid services			50
	Other			30
	Net income  attributable to non-controlling interest			123
	Treasury stock			(500	)
	Non-controlling interest at December 31, 2012		$	23,061
	Common stock for cash			924
	Common stock for services			220
	Stock based compensation			59
	Conversion of debt and Iron Ore Financial instrument to common stock, plus accrued			800
	Other			271
	Net income  attributable to non-controlling interest			(4,305	)
	Non-controlling interest at December 31, 2013		$	21,030

Options_and_Warrants_Tables

Options and Warrants (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Options and Warrants [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Assumptions Used to Determine Fair Value	'
		31-Dec-13		31-Dec-12
	Expected volatility	218.84%			104.82% - 131.10%
	Weighted-average volatility	218.84%			117.96%
	Expected dividends	0			0
	Expected term (in years)	2			1
	Risk-free rate	0.22%			0.05% - 0.14%
Schedule of Options Activity	'
	A summary of option activity under the plans as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and changes during the period then ended is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars, except for per share amounts):
	Options		Shares			Weighted-		Weighted-Average		Aggregate
						Average		Remaining		Intrinsic
						Exercise Price		Contractual Term		Value
	Outstanding at December 31, 2011			3,350,000		$	0.69	3		$	1,409
	Granted			200,000			0.05
	Exercised			(200,000	)		0.05
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(600,000	)		-
	Outstanding at December 31, 2012			2,750,000		$	0.34	3		$ 1,000
	Granted			750,000			0.25
	Exercised			-			-
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(750,000	)		0.48
	Outstanding at December 31, 2013			2,750,000		$	0.24		3	$	210,000
	Exercisable at December 31, 2013			2,340,000		$	0.3		3	$	210,000
	Non-vested Options		Options			Weighted-Average
						Grant-Date Fair Value
	Non-vested at December 31, 2011			1,010,000		$	1.08
	Granted			200,000			0.05
	Vested			(450,000	)		0.32
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(600,000	)		-
	Non-vested at December 31, 2012			160,000		$	0.48
	Granted			750,000			0.25
	Vested			(340,000	)		0.25
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(160,000	)		0.48
	Non-vested at December 31, 2013			410,000		$	0.37
Schedule of Warrant Activity	'
	A summary of warrant activity as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and changes during the period then ended is presented below (in thousands of U.S. dollars, except for per share amounts):
	Warrants		Shares			Weighted-Average		Weighted-Average		Aggregate
						Exercise Price		Remaining		Intrinsic
								Contractual Term		Value
	Outstanding at December 31, 2011			7,393,081		$	0.89
	Granted			594,000			1
	Exercised			(125,000	)		0.4
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(5,073,748	)		0.51
	Outstanding at December 31, 2012			2,788,333		$	1.38		1.0	$	-
	Granted			-			-
	Exercised			-			-
	Forfeited, expired or cancelled			(2,788,333	)		-1.38
	Outstanding at  December 31, 2013			-		$	-		-	$	-
	Exercisable at December 31, 2013			-		$	-		-	$	-

Fair_Value_Tables

Fair Value (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value	'
		Fair Value at December 31, 2013
		(in thousands of U.S. dollars)
		Total			Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets:
	Fair market value of ACM's net identifiable assets	$	1,589		$	-	$	-	$	1,589
	acquired  (See Note 13)
	Liabilities:
	Beneficial conversion feature of note payable	$	-76		$	-76	$	-	$	-
	(See Note 6)
		Fair Value at December 31, 2012
		(in thousands of U.S. dollars)
		Total			Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets:
	None	$	-		$	-	$	-	$	-
	Liabilities:
	Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net	$	600		$	-	$	-200	$	800
	(See Note 8)
Summary of Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis Using Significant Unobservable Inputs	'
	The following is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) during the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Iron Ore Properties
		Financial Instrument
		(in thousands of
		U.S. dollars)
	Beginning balance	$	800
	Additions		1,589
	Reductions (conversion of Iron Ore Instrument)		(800	)
	Ending balance	$	1,589
	The amount of total gains or losses for the year included in earnings attributable to the change in	$	-
	unrealized gains or losses relating to liabilities still held at reporting date

Reacquisition_of_ACM_Tables

Re-acquisition of ACM (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Re-acquisition of ACM [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Assets Purchased and Liabilities Assumed	'
	The Company calculated the fair value of the assets purchased and liabilities assumed as follows (in thousands of U.S. dollars):
	Assets:	8-May-13
	Picacho Groupings	$	1,571
	Improvements (Mine site warehouse)		18
	Liabilities:
	None		-
	Fair market value of net identifiable assets acquired		1,589
	Less: Fair value of the consideration transferred for ACM		-
	Add:  Release of Adit's tax liability due to the termination of the purchase		1,901
	Value of assigned gain on bargain acquisition of ACM	$	3,490

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Orga3

Basis of Presentation and Organization and Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Current exchange rate	13.0652	12.988
Weighted average exchange rate for the three months ended	12.5439	12.8204
Maximum FDIC insurable balance per account	$250	'
Number of bank accounts in excess of the FDIC insurable limit	2	'
Value-added tax rate	16.00%	'
Allowance	2,928	3,193
Bad debt expense	64,945	805,833
Gain from discontinued operations per share	$0	$0.50
Mining plant and equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Property,plant and equipment, estimated useful lives	'3 years	'
Mining plant and equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Property,plant and equipment, estimated useful lives	'10 years	'
Non-mining assets [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Property,plant and equipment, estimated useful lives	'3 years	'
Non-mining assets [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Property,plant and equipment, estimated useful lives	'10 years	'
Allowance-Recoverable Value-Added Taxes [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Allowance	2,537	2,829
Allowance-Other Receivables [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Allowance	391	364
American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Ownership percentage	99.90%	'
Adit Resources Corp [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Ownership percentage	87.00%	'
Tara Minerals Corp [Member]	'	'
Nature Of Business And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'
Ownership percentage	50.00%	'
Stock trading price	$0.30	'
Purchase of subsidiary stock, shares	4,500,000	'
Purchase of subsidiary stock	$1,350	'

Assets_Held_for_Disposal_net_D

Assets Held for Disposal, net (Details) (USD $)

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Jun. 30, 2009

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Jul. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Aug. 31, 2007

Dec. 31, 2012

Pirita [Member]

Pirita [Member]

Pirita [Member]

Las Viboras Dos [Member]

Las Viboras Dos [Member]

Las Viboras Dos [Member]

Las Viboras Dos [Member]

Auriferos [Member]

Auriferos [Member]

Las Brisas [Member]

Las Brisas [Member]

Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Purchase price of entity

'

'

$250,000

'

'

$188,094,000

'

'

'

'

'

$3,134,000

'

Less: Fair value of the consideration transferred for ACM

'

'

50,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Value-added tax consideration at acquisition of entity

'

'

30,000

'

'

30,095,000

'

'

'

'

'

391,000

'

Debt instrument, face amount

150,000

'

230,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Notes payable

292,000

1,836,000

'

174,000

'

'

'

'

234,832,000

'

'

'

'

Assets held for disposal

32,000

132,000

'

76,000

76,000

'

-47,000

-47,000

'

'

100,000

'

3,134,000

Sales price of concession, including corresponding VAT

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$200,000

'

'

'

Assets_Held_for_Disposal_net_S

Assets Held for Disposal, net (Schedule of Total Assets Held for Disposal, Net) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'
Mining Concession	$441,000	$541,000
Outstanding Debt	-409,000	-409,000
Total Assets Held for Disposal, net	32,000	132,000
Pirita [Member]	'	'
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'
Mining Concession	250,000	250,000
Outstanding Debt	-174,000	-174,000
Total Assets Held for Disposal, net	76,000	76,000
Las Viboras Dos [Member]	'	'
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'
Mining Concession	188,000	188,000
Outstanding Debt	-235,000	-235,000
Total Assets Held for Disposal, net	-47,000	-47,000
Auriferos [Member]	'	'
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'
Mining Concession	'	100,000
Outstanding Debt	'	'
Total Assets Held for Disposal, net	'	100,000
Las Brisas Prospect [Member]	'	'
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]	'	'
Mining Concession	3,000	3,000
Outstanding Debt	'	'
Total Assets Held for Disposal, net	$3,000	$3,000

Property_Plant_Equipment_Mine_1

Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net (Schedule of Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Construction in progress	'	$269
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	8,704	9,804
Less - accumulated depreciation	-1,252	-926
Property, plant, equipment, mine development, land and construction in progress, net	7,452	8,878
Land [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	20	20
Mining Development [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	4,347	5,533
La Currita [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	'	1,253
Pilar [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	728	728
Don Roman [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	522	522
Las Nuvias [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	100	100
Centenario [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	636	636
La Verde [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	60	60
La Palma [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	80	80
Champinon [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	'	2,154
Dixie Mining District [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	650	'
Picacho And Picacho Fractions [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	1,571	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Member]	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property, plant, equipment, mine development and land, gross	$4,337	$3,982

Property_Plant_Equipment_Mine_2

Property, Plant, Equipment, Mine Development, Land and Construction in Progress, net (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		1 Months Ended			1 Months Ended			12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2001	31-May-12	Dec. 31, 2013	Apr. 30, 2012	Mar. 22, 2013	31-May-12	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013
			Champinon [Member]	Champinon [Member]	Champinon [Member]	Champinon [Member]	Champinon [Member]	Don Roman [Member]	Dixie Mining District [Member]
						Carnegie [Member]	Carnegie [Member]	Tara Minerals [Member]
						Restricted Stock [Member]	Restricted Stock [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Purchase price of entity	'	'	$2,175,000	'	'	$150,000,000	'	'	'
Cash paid for business acquisition	'	'	'	'	'	'	250,000,000	'	'
Consideration paid by subsidiary	'	'	'	'	235,000	'	'	'	'
Value-added tax consideration at acquisition of entity	'	'	348,000	'	38,000	'	'	'	'
Note payable, original amount	150,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Common stock issued for technical data	'	304,000	'	'	'	'	430,000	'	'
Shares issued for technical data	'	'	'	'	'	'	500,000	'	'
Shares issued in consideration of transfer agreement	'	'	'	'	'	500,000	'	'	'
Minimum market stock price triggering option to sell stock	'	'	'	'	'	$1	'	'	'
Ownership percentage	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	100.00%	'
Fair value of concession	'	'	'	203,000	'	'	'	'	'
Loss on settlement	1,065,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Royalties payable, percent of net smelter or mill returns	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	3.00%
Minimum royalty amount	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	558,160
Royalty fees payable	$100,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Price agreement per tonne	$6	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Price agreement per tonne after 500,000	$7	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'

Recovered_Sheet2

Other Assets, current and non-current (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified			Tania Iron Ore Project [Member]
Other Assets [Line Items]	'	'	'
Security deposit	$21,684	$24,581	'
Advances to affiliate	'	'	100
Payment towards property improvements	'	'	175
Prepaid expenses	$116,425	$54,020	'

Income_Taxes_Narrative_Details

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Amermin [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards, in U.S.	($756)
Deferred tax benefit, in U.S.	227
American Copper Mining S.A. De C.V. [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards, in U.S.	-59
Deferred tax benefit, in U.S.	18
American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards, in U.S.	-8,200
Deferred tax benefit, in U.S.	2,460
Tara Minerals [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards, in U.S.	($6,284)

Income_Taxes_Summary_of_Income

Income Taxes (Summary of Income Tax Benefit) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		171 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets Gross	$11,028	'	$11,028
Valuation allowance	-11,028	'	-11,028
Income tax benefit, since inception	6,284	-727	-345
Tara Gold [Member]	'	'	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Current asset (liability) - total	'	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets Gross	1,105	'	1,105
Valuation allowance	-1,105	'	-1,105
Income tax benefit, since inception	'	'	'
Tara Minerals [Member]	'	'	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Current asset (liability) - total	'	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets Gross	7,309	'	7,309
Valuation allowance	-7,309	'	-7,309
Income tax benefit, since inception	'	'	'
Mexico Companies [Member]	'	'	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Current asset (liability) - total	'	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets Gross	2,704	'	2,704
Valuation allowance	-2,704	'	-2,704
Income tax benefit, since inception	'	'	'

Income_Taxes_Summary_of_Deferr

Income Taxes (Summary of Deferred Tax Assets and Deferred Tax Liabilities) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Deferred tax asset - current	$5,471
Deferred tax asset - non-current	5,557
Total deferred tax asset	11,028
Deferred tax liability - current	'
Deferred tax liability - non-current	'
Total deferred tax liability	'
Valuation allowance	-11,028
Net deferred tax asset (liability)	'
Tara Gold [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Deferred tax asset - current	1,105
Total deferred tax asset	1,105
Deferred tax liability - current	'
Deferred tax liability - non-current	'
Total deferred tax liability	'
Valuation allowance	-1,105
Net deferred tax asset (liability)	'
Tara Minerals [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Deferred tax asset - current	4,456
Deferred tax asset - non-current	2,853
Total deferred tax asset	7,309
Deferred tax liability - current	'
Deferred tax liability - non-current	'
Total deferred tax liability	'
Valuation allowance	-7,309
Net deferred tax asset (liability)	'
Mexico Companies [Member]	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'
Deferred tax asset - current	'
Deferred tax asset - non-current	2,704
Total deferred tax asset	2,704
Deferred tax liability - current	'
Deferred tax liability - non-current	'
Total deferred tax liability	'
Valuation allowance	-2,704
Net deferred tax asset (liability)	'

Income_Taxes_Schedule_of_Opera

Income Taxes (Schedule of Operating Loss Carryforward Expirations) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards	$22,156
Operating Loss Carryforward One [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-29
Net operating loss carryforwards	879
Operating Loss Carryforward Two [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-30
Net operating loss carryforwards	11,249
Operating Loss Carryforward Three [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-31
Net operating loss carryforwards	4,762
Operating Loss Carryforward Four [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-32
Net operating loss carryforwards	2,142
Operating Loss Carryforwards Five [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-33
Net operating loss carryforwards	2,797
Tara Gold [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards	2,899
Tara Gold [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward One [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-29
Net operating loss carryforwards	879
Tara Gold [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Two [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-30
Net operating loss carryforwards	270
Tara Gold [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Three [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-31
Net operating loss carryforwards	657
Tara Gold [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Four [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-32
Net operating loss carryforwards	563
Tara Gold [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforwards Five [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-33
Net operating loss carryforwards	530
Tara Minerals [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards	10,302
Tara Minerals [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward One [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-29
Net operating loss carryforwards	'
Tara Minerals [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Two [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-30
Net operating loss carryforwards	7,600
Tara Minerals [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Three [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-31
Net operating loss carryforwards	2,366
Tara Minerals [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Four [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-32
Net operating loss carryforwards	'
Tara Minerals [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforwards Five [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-33
Net operating loss carryforwards	336
Mexico Companies [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Net operating loss carryforwards	8,955
Mexico Companies [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward One [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-29
Net operating loss carryforwards	'
Mexico Companies [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Two [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-30
Net operating loss carryforwards	3,701
Mexico Companies [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Three [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-31
Net operating loss carryforwards	2,532
Mexico Companies [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforward Four [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-32
Net operating loss carryforwards	1,536
Mexico Companies [Member] | Operating Loss Carryforwards Five [Member]	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]	'
Operating loss carryforward, expiration date	31-Dec-33
Net operating loss carryforwards	$1,186

Income_Taxes_Reconciliation_of

Income Taxes (Reconciliation of Effect Income Tax Rate) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		171 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Effective Income Tax Rate, Continuing Operations, Tax Rate Reconciliation [Abstract]	'	'	'
Statutory federal tax rate	-35.00%	'	'
Temporary differences	'	'	'
Exploration cost - current	2.60%	'	'
Exploration cost - non-current	22.00%	'	'
Stock-based compensation	1.10%	'	'
Decrease in deferred tax asset due to re-acquisition of ACM	-324.70%	'	'
Tax provision at the effective rate	324.70%	'	'
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations, Income Tax Reconciliation [Abstract]	'	'	'
Statutory federal tax rate	($677)	'	'
Temporary differences	'	'	'
Exploration cost - current	50	'	'
Exploration cost - non-current	425	'	'
Stock-based compensation	21	'	'
Decrease in deferred tax asset due to re-acquisition of ACM	-6,284	'	'
Tax provision at the effective rate	6,284	-727	-345
U.S. Companies [Member]	'	'	'
Temporary differences	'	'	'
Valuation allowance	-27.40%	'	'
Temporary differences	'	'	'
Valuation allowance	-530	'	'
Mexico Companies [Member]	'	'	'
Temporary differences	'	'	'
Valuation allowance	36.70%	'	'
Temporary differences	'	'	'
Valuation allowance	711	'	'
Tax provision at the effective rate	'	'	'

Notes_Payable_and_Convertible_2

Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net (Schedule of Notes Payable) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'
Convertible note payable, net	$292,000	$1,836,000
Less - current portion	-188,000	-1,114,000
Less - current portion convertible notes payable, net	-76,000	'
Non-current portion	28,000	722,000
Mining Concessions [Member]	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'
Convertible note payable, net	150,000	1,772,000
Auto Loans [Member]	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'
Convertible note payable, net	76,000	'
Convertible note payable, net [Member]	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'
Convertible note payable, net	$66,000	$64,000

Notes_Payable_and_Convertible_3

Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended				171 Months Ended	1 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2006	Dec. 31, 2005	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2008	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2010	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
						Mariana and Mezquite [Member]	Mariana and Mezquite [Member]	Truck [Member]	Automobile Loan [Member]	Automobile Loan [Member]	Automobile Loan [Member]
									American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. [Member]	American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. [Member]	American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Long-term debt	$292,000	'	'	'	$292,000	$190,000	'	'	'	'	'
Value-added taxes	'	'	'	'	'	25,907	'	'	'	'	'
Effective purchase price	441,000	541,000	'	'	441,000	171,451	'	'	'	'	'
Notes payable	292,000	1,836,000	'	'	292,000	'	150,000	29,038	'	39,796	63,793
Note payable, original amount	150,000	'	'	'	150,000	'	'	31,038	'	'	'
Interest rate	16.00%	'	'	'	16.00%	'	'	3.74%	'	'	'
Debt instrument, maturity date	28-Feb-14	'	'	'	'	'	'	31-Aug-18	'	'	'
Notes payable, outstanding balance	188,000	1,114,000	'	'	188,000	'	'	26,823	'	'	'
Down payment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	2,000	'	'	'
Beneficial conversion feature	120,000	20,000	185,000	207,000	711,000	'	'	'	'	'	'
Debt conversion, price per share	$0.10	'	'	'	$0.10	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amortization	45,652	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Minimum interest rate	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	13.50%	'	'
Maximum interest rate	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	14.50%	'	'
Debt instrument, beginning maturity date	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	31-Aug-14	'	'
Debt instrument, ending maturity date	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	30-Jun-15	'	'
Interest expense	$254,000	$16,000	'	'	$1,509,000	'	'	$2,301,000	'	'	'

Notes_Payable_and_Convertible_4

Notes Payable and Convertible Note Payable, net (Five Year Maturity Schedule for Notes Payable) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'
2014	$264
2015	12
2016	6
2017	6
2018	4
Long-term Debt	292
Mining Concessions [Member]	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'
2014	150
2015	'
2016	'
2017	'
2018	'
Long-term Debt	150
Auto Loans [Member]	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'
2014	38
2015	12
2016	6
2017	6
2018	4
Long-term Debt	66
Convertible note payable, net [Member]	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'
2014	76
2015	'
2016	'
2017	'
2018	'
Long-term Debt	$76

Related_Party_Transactions_Sch

Related Party Transactions (Schedule of Related Party Transactions) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'	'
Due to related parties	($1,100)	($980)
Due from related parties	1,195	1,069
Amounts due from (to) related parties	$95	$89

Related_Party_Transactions_Nar

Related Party Transactions (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		171 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Due from related parties	$1,195,000	$1,069,000	$1,195,000
Due to related parties	1,100,000	980,000	1,100,000
Note payable, original amount	150,000	'	150,000
Interest rate	16.00%	'	16.00%
Debt instrument, maturity date	28-Feb-14	'	'
Debt conversion, price per share	$0.10	'	$0.10
Repayment of related party debt	'	100,000	100,000
Effective purchase price	441,000	541,000	441,000
Tara Minerals Corp [Member]	'	'	'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Due to related parties	111,782	'	111,782
Interest rate	0.00%	'	0.00%
Repayment of related party debt	995,976	'	'
Tara Minerals Corp [Member] | Amermin [Member] | Pilar [Member]	'	'	'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Due from related parties	535,659	'	535,659
Tara Minerals Corp [Member] | Amermin [Member] | Don Roman [Member]	'	'	'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Due from related parties	211,826	'	211,826
Tara Minerals Corp [Member] | Adit [Member]	'	'	'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Due from related parties	610,000	'	610,000
Note payable, original amount	5,334,934	4,286,663	5,334,934
Debt instrument, variable interest reference rate	'U.S. prime	'	'
Interest spread on variable rate	3.25%	'	'
Debt instrument, beginning maturity date	1-May-14	'	'
Debt instrument, ending maturity date	31-Jan-15	'	'
American Metal Mining S.A. de C.V. [Member] | Amermin [Member]	'	'	'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Note payable, original amount	$991,722	'	$991,722
Interest rate	0.00%	'	0.00%

Iron_Ore_Properties_and_Relate1

Iron Ore Properties and Related Financial Instrument (Details) (USD $)	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended			171 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Jan. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013
Iron Ore Properties and Related Financial Instrument [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument	'	'	$50	$750	$800
Beneficial conversion feature, financial instrument	'	'	$20	$180	$200
Financial instrument conversion, aggregate number of shares to be issued	1,600,000	'	'	'	'

Stockholders_Equity_Details

Stockholders' Equity (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]	'	'
Common stock, shares authorized	150,000,000	150,000,000
Common stock, par value per share	$0.00	$0.00
Common stock, shares issued	102,795,119	102,795,119
Common stock, shares outstanding	102,795,119	102,795,119

NonControlling_Interest_Detail

Non-Controlling Interest (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		159 Months Ended	171 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2011
Non-controlling Interest [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Common stock for cash	$924	$457	$15,241	$16,165	'
Common stock for services	220	54	5,626	5,846	'
Sock based compensation	59	675	5,556	5,615	'
Loan conversion plus accrued interest	800	'	1,342	2,142	'
Exploration expenses paid for in subsidiary common stock	4,146	4,146	4,146	4,146	'
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest	-4,305	-123	-8,521	-12,826	'
Treasury stock	'	-500	-500	-500	'
Other non-controlling interests	271	30	171	442	'
Total non-controlling interest	$21,030	$23,061	$23,061	$21,030	$21,742

NonControlling_Interest_Summar

Non-Controlling Interest (Summary of Activity) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		159 Months Ended	171 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Non-controlling Interest [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Non-controlling interest beginning balance	$23,061	$21,742	'	'
Common stock for cash	924	457	15,241	16,165
Common stock for services	220	54	5,626	5,846
Sock based compensation	59	675	5,556	5,615
Loan conversion plus accrued interest	800	'	1,342	2,142
Exploration expenses paid for in subsidiary common stock	'	430	'	'
Stock payable for prepaid services	'	50	'	'
Other non-controlling interests	271	30	171	442
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest	-4,305	-123	-8,521	-12,826
Treasury stock	'	-500	-500	-500
Non-controlling interest ending balance	$21,030	$23,061	$23,061	$21,030

Options_and_Warrants_Narrative

Options and Warrants (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Sep. 30, 2010

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2010

Apr. 30, 2013

31-May-11

Dec. 31, 2013

Jan. 31, 2010

Dec. 31, 2010

Oct. 31, 2009

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2010

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2012

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Incentive Stock Option Plan [Member]

Incentive Stock Option Plan [Member]

Incentive Stock Option Plan [Member]

Nonqualified Stock Option Plan [Member]

Nonqualified Stock Option Plan [Member]

Nonqualified Stock Option Plan [Member]

Nonqualified Stock Option Plan [Member]

Nonqualified Stock Option Plan [Member]

Nonqualified Stock Option Plan [Member]

Unit [Member]

Unit [Member]

Unrelated Third Party [Member]

Unrelated Third Party [Member]

Unrelated Third Party [Member]

Unrelated Third Party [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Adit [Member]

Adit [Member]

Adit [Member]

Adit [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Tara Minerals [Member]

Class of Warrant or Right [Line Items]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Options granted during the period

200,000

750,000

200,000

'

200,000

'

'

750,000

750,000

'

1,250,000

'

1,000,000

'

'

'

'

'

Option Annual Vesting Rate

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'20%

'

'

'

'

'

Option exercise price

$0.05

$0.25

$0.05

'

$1

'

'

$0.25

'

'

$0.05

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Value of options vested during period

$110,000

'

'

'

'

$36,353

$145,412

'

'

$59,645

'

$2,334,201

'

'

$134,979

$134,979

'

'

Vested options, remaining contractual term

'

'3 years

'

'5 years

'2 years

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Units sold in private offering

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

594,000

'

Proceeds from the sale of units

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

297,000

'

Price per share

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$0.05

'

'

'

'

$1

Exercise price per share

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

500

'

Stock compensation expense

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$429,924

'

'

'

'

Options_and_Warrants_Summary_o

Options and Warrants (Summary of Fair Value Assumptions) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Options and Warrants [Abstract]	'	'
Expected volatility	218.84%	'
Expected volatility, minimum	'	104.82%
Expected volatility, maximum	'	131.10%
Weighted-average volatility	218.84%	117.96%
Expected dividends	$0	$0
Expected term (in years)	'2 years	'1 year
Risk-free rate	0.22%	'
Risk-free rate, minimum	'	0.05%
Risk-free rate, maximum	'	0.14%

Options_and_Warrants_Summary_o1

Options and Warrants (Summary of Option Activity) (Details) (USD $)	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Shares	'	'	'	'
Outstanding	'	2,750,000	3,350,000	'
Granted	200,000	750,000	200,000	'
Exercised	'	'	-200,000	'
Forfeited, expired or cancelled	'	-750,000	-600,000	'
Outstanding	'	2,750,000	2,750,000	3,350,000
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	2,340,000	'	'
Weighted-Average Exercise Price	'	'	'	'
Outstanding	'	$0.34	$0.69	'
Granted	$0.05	$0.25	$0.05	'
Exercised	'	'	$0.05	'
Forfeited, expired or cancelled	'	$0.48	'	'
Outstanding	'	$0.24	$0.34	$0.69
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	$0.30	'	'
Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term	'	'	'	'
Outstanding	'	'3 years	'	'3 years
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	'3 years	'	'
Aggregate Intrinsic Value	'	'	'	'
Outstanding	'	$210,000	$1,000	$1,409
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	$210,000	'	'
Options	'	'	'	'
Nonvested	'	160,000	1,010,000	'
Granted	'	750,000	200,000	'
Vested	'	-340,000	-450,000	'
Forfeited, expired or cancelled	'	-160,000	-600,000	'
Nonvested	'	410,000	160,000	1,010,000
Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value	'	'	'	'
Nonvested	'	$0.48	$1.08	'
Granted	'	$0.25	$0.05	'
Vested	'	$0.25	$0.32	'
Forfeited, expired or cancelled	'	$0.48	'	'
Nonvested	'	$0.37	$0.48	$1.08

Options_and_Warrants_Summary_o2

Options and Warrants (Summary of Warrant Activity) (Details) (Warrant [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Warrant [Member]	'	'
Shares	'	'
Outstanding	2,788,333	7,393,081
Granted	'	594,000
Exercised	'	-125,000
Forfeited, expired or cancelled	-2,788,333	-5,073,748
Outstanding	'	2,788,333
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	'
Weighted-Average Exercise Price	'	'
Outstanding	1,380	890
Granted	'	$1
Exercised	'	$0.40
Forfeited, expired or cancelled	($1.38)	$0.51
Outstanding	'	1,380
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	'
Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term	'	'
Outstanding	'	'1 year
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	'
Aggregate Intrinsic Value	'	'
Outstanding	'	'
Exercisable at December 31, 2013	'	'

Fair_Value_Schedule_of_Assets_

Fair Value (Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Total [Member]	'	'
Assets:	'	'
Fair market value of ACM's net identifiable assets acquired (See Note 13)	$1,589	'
Liabilities:	'	'
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net (See Note 8)	'	600
Beneficial conversion feature of note payable (See Note 6)	-76	'
Level 1 [Member]	'	'
Assets:	'	'
Fair market value of ACM's net identifiable assets acquired (See Note 13)	'	'
Liabilities:	'	'
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net (See Note 8)	'	'
Beneficial conversion feature of note payable (See Note 6)	-76	'
Level 2 [Member]	'	'
Assets:	'	'
Fair market value of ACM's net identifiable assets acquired (See Note 13)	'	'
Liabilities:	'	'
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net (See Note 8)	'	-200
Beneficial conversion feature of note payable (See Note 6)	'	'
Level 3 [Member]	'	'
Assets:	'	'
Fair market value of ACM's net identifiable assets acquired (See Note 13)	1,589	'
Liabilities:	'	'
Iron Ore Properties financial instrument, net (See Note 8)	'	800
Beneficial conversion feature of note payable (See Note 6)	'	'

Fair_Value_Summary_of_Assets_a

Fair Value (Summary of Assets and Liabilites Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis Using Unobservable Inputs) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Iron Ore Properties Financial Instrument	'
Beginning balance	$800
Additions	1,589
Reductions (conversion of Iron Ore Instrument)	-800
Ending balance	1,589
The amount of total gains or losses for the year included in earnings attributable to the change in unrealized gains or losses relating to liabilities still held at reporting date	'

Reacquisition_of_ACM_Details

Re-acquisition of ACM (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		171 Months Ended	0 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	8-May-13	Apr. 04, 2012	Apr. 04, 2012
				American Copper Mining S.A. De C.V. [Member]	American Copper Mining S.A. De C.V. [Member]	American Copper Mining S.A. De C.V. [Member]
						Adit [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Percent of interest sold to Yamana	'	'	'	'	99.99%	'
Proceeds from the sale of ACM	'	$7,500	$7,500	'	$7,500	'
Consideration paid with equity issued to acquiree	'	'	'	'	'	500
Number of shares called by warrant issued	'	'	'	'	'	250,000
Payment to Mexican government for release of tax lien	'	'	'	'	780	'
Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'
Picacho Groupings	'	'	'	1,571	'	'
Improvements (Mine site warehouse)	'	'	'	-18	'	'
Liabilities	'	'	'	'	'	'
None	'	'	'	'	'	'
Fair market value of net identifiable assets acquired	'	'	'	1,589	'	'
Business Combination Consideration Transferred1	'	'	'	'	'	'
Add: Release of Adit?s tax liability due to the termination of the purchase	'	'	'	1,901	'	'
Value of assigned gain on bargain acquisition of ACM	$3,490	'	$3,490	$3,490	'	'

Subsequent_Events_Details

Subsequent Events (Details) (Subsequent Event [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Subsequent Event [Line Items]	'
Tax received	$40,489
Restricted Stock [Member]	'
Subsequent Event [Line Items]	'
Price per share	$0.30
Origination of Loan to Purchase Common Stock	2,025
Restricted Stock [Member] | Don Roman [Member]	'
Subsequent Event [Line Items]	'
Origination of Loan to Purchase Common Stock	$4,725