Applied Minerals (AMNL) 10-K 1 Jun 20 2019 FY Annual report Financial data

Cover Page

Cover Page - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	May 29, 2020	Jun. 30, 2019
Cover [Abstract]
Document Type	10-K
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Dec. 31, 2019
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2019
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Entity Registrant Name	Applied Minerals, Inc.
Entity Central Index Key	0000008328
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	No
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Non-accelerated Filer
Entity Public Float			$ 7,020,542
Trading Symbol	amnl
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		175,638,549
Entity Shell Company	false
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
Entity Small Business	true
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Current Assets
Cash	$ 52,793	$ 2,892,340
Accounts receivable	78,308	32,654
Deposits and prepaid expenses	284,208	364,491
Total Current Assets	415,309	3,289,485
Operating lease right-of-use assets	238,151	0
Land	500,000	500,000
Other Assets
Deposits	335,720	347,493
Total Other Assets	335,720	347,493
TOTAL ASSETS	1,489,180	4,136,978
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	1,693,589	840,017
PIK Note interest accrual	176,903	343,810
Current portion of notes payable	458,728	246,496
Current portion of operating lease liabilities	101,487	0
Total Current Liabilities	2,430,707	1,430,323
Long-Term Liabilities
PIK Notes payable, net of $1,464,311 and $8,556,591 debt discount and $-0- and $424,690 deferred financing cost, respectively	43,702,301	35,036,320
PIK Note derivative	0	1,780,072
Operating lease liabilities	140,321	0
Deferred rent	0	8,949
Total Long-Term Liabilities	43,842,622	36,825,341
TOTAL LIABILITIES	46,273,329	38,255,664
Stockholders' Deficit
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 10,000,000 shares authorized, none issued and outstanding	0	0
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 700,000,000 and 400,000,000 shares authorized at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively and 175,513,549 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2019 and 2018	175,514	175,514
Additional paid-in capital	73,774,766	73,525,650
Accumulated deficit prior to the exploration stage	(20,009,496)	(20,009,496)
Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage	(98,724,933)	(87,810,354)
Total Stockholders' Deficit	(44,784,149)	(34,118,686)
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT	$ 1,489,180	$ 4,136,978

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Pa

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Stockholders' Equity, Number of Shares, Par Value and Other Disclosures [Abstract]
Notes Payable, Related Parties, Current	$ 250,000	$ 0
PIK Notes payable, debt discount	1,464,311	8,556,591
PIK Notes payable, debt discount and deferred financing cost	$ 0	$ 424,690
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized	10,000,000	10,000,000
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued	0	0
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding	0	0
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Common Stock, Shares Authorized	700,000,000	700,000,000
Common Stock, Shares, Issued	400,000,000	400,000,000
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding	175,513,549	175,513,549

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPER

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
REVENUES	$ 486,046	$ 4,873,161
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Production costs	934,865	1,229,283
Exploration costs	196,351	195,685
General and administrative	3,398,267	3,123,448
Depreciation expense	0	1,277,953
Asset impairment	0	1,047,501
Total Operating Expenses	4,529,483	6,873,870
Operating Loss	(4,043,437)	(2,000,709)
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE):
Interest expense, net, including amortization of deferred financing cost and debt discount	(2,183,003)	(2,298,743)
Gain on revaluation of PIK Note derivative	0	478,591
Other income	253,308	494,868
Total Other Income (Expense)	(1,929,695)	(1,325,284)
Net loss	$ (5,973,132)	$ (3,325,993)
Net Loss Per Share -Basic and Diluted	$ (0.03)	$ (0.02)
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding – Basic and Diluted	175,513,549	164,652,933

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHAN

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT - USD ($)	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]	Accumulated Deficit Prior to Exploration Stage [Member]	Accumulated Deficit During Exploration Stage [Member]
Balance at Dec. 31, 2017	$ (33,200,782)	$ 140,764	$ 71,152,311	$ (20,009,496)	$ (84,484,361)
Balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2017		140,763,549
Shares issued for directors fees and other services	60,000	$ 1,500	58,500	0	0
Shares issued for directors fees and other services (in shares)		1,500,000
Shares issued for warrant exercise	80,000	$ 2,000	78,000	0	0
Shares issued for warrant exercise (in shares)		2,000,000
Shares issued for private placement	1,735,000	$ 31,250	1,703,750	0	0
Shares issued for private placement (in shares)		31,250,000
Stock-based compensation expense	533,089	$ 0	533,089	0	0
Net Loss	(3,325,993)	0	0	0	(3,325,993)
Balance at Dec. 31, 2018	(34,118,686)	$ 175,514	73,525,650	(20,009,496)	(87,810,354)
Balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2018		175,513,549
Shares issued for directors fees and other services	223,903
Adoption of new accounting standards (Note 3) at Dec. 31, 2019	(4,941,447)	$ 0	0	0	(4,941,447)
Stock-based compensation expense	249,116	0	249,116	0	0
Net Loss	(5,973,132)	0	0	0	(5,973,132)
Balance at Dec. 31, 2019	$ (44,784,149)	$ 175,514	$ 73,774,766	$ (20,009,496)	$ (98,724,933)
Balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2019		175,513,549

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:
Net loss	$ (5,973,132)	$ (3,325,993)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operations:
Depreciation	0	1,277,953
Asset Impairment	0	1,047,501
Amortization of discount – PIK Notes	361,813	894,946
Amortization of deferred financing costs	424,690	91,004
Accrued interest on PIK Notes	1,338,671	1,303,640
Stock issued for director and consulting services	0	60,000
Stock-based compensation expense	249,116	533,089
(Gain) on revaluation of PIK Notes derivative	0	(478,591)
Non-cash lease expense	3,657	0
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable	(45,654)	(5,389)
Other receivables	0	0
Deposits and prepaid expenses	351,883	41,749
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	908,629	(114,643)
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities	(2,380,327)	1,325,266
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
Purchases of property and equipment	0	(23,063)
Net cash (used in) investing activities	0	(23,063)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
Payments on notes payable – insurance financing	(302,652)	(272,515)
Proceeds from notes payable – related party	200,000	0
Payments on PIK notes	(356,568)
Proceeds from sale of common stock	0	1,735,000
Proceeds from exercise of warrants	0	80,000
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities	(459,220)	1,542,485
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents	(2,839,547)	2,844,688
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	2,892,340	47,652
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	52,793	2,892,340
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest	12,982	9,156
Cash paid for income taxes	0	0
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash financing activity:
Notes payable – insurance financing	259,827	0
Capitalization of right to use assets and liabilities	241,808	0
Accrued PIK interest paid through issuance of PIK Notes	1,505,578	1,017,164
Accounting Standards Update 2017-11 [Member]
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash financing activity:
Effect of ASU 2017-11, Financial Instruments with Characteristics of Liabilities and Equity and ASU 2016-02, Leases	$ 4,941,447	$ 0

ORGANIZATION AND DESCRIPTION OF

ORGANIZATION AND DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 1 – ORGANIZATION AND DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS Applied Minerals, Inc. (the “Company”) is the owner of the Dragon Mine located in the Tintic Mining District of the State of Utah from where it produces halloysite clay and iron oxide. The Company is currently selling its DRAGONITE halloysite clay product regularly to four customers. Several prospective customers are conducting either commercial-scale trials or field trials for an array of products that are expected to use DRAGONITE as a functional additive. In October 2019 the Company entered into an agreement to supply a manufacturer of cement with up to 30,000 tons AMIRON iron oxide per year over a two-year period. Applied Minerals, Inc. is a publicly traded company incorporated in the state of Delaware. The common stock trades on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol “AMNL.” Impact of COVID–19 Pandemic on Financial Statements In December 2019, a novel strain of COVID-19 was reported in China. Since then, COVID-19 has spread globally, to include Canada, the United States and several European countries. The spread of COVID-19 from China to other countries has resulted in the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the outbreak of COVID-19 as a “pandemic,” or a worldwide spread of a new disease, on March 11, 2020. Many countries around the world have imposed quarantines and restrictions on travel and mass gatherings to slow the spread of the virus and have closed non-essential businesses. As local jurisdictions continue to put restrictions in place, our ability to continue to operate our business may also be limited. Such events may result in a period of business, supply and product manufacturing disruption, and in reduced operations, any of which could materially affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. In response to COVID-19, the Company implemented remote working and thus far, has not experienced a significant disruption or delay in our operations To date, COVID-19 has not had a financial impact on the Company. However, COVID-19 has caused severe disruptions in transportation and limited access to the Company’s facility, resulting in limited support from its staff and professional advisors. The small size of the Company’s accounting staff and the additional responsibilities emanating from COVID-19 have presented difficulties to the Company’s ability to complete this Report on Form 10-K, resulting in its delay, and may continue to cause a delay in the Company’s ability to complete subsequent reports in a timely manner.

GOING CONCERN AND BASIS OF PRES

GOING CONCERN AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Going Concern And Basis Of Presentation [Abstract]
Going Concern And Basis Of Presentation [Text Block]	NOTE 2 – GOING CONCERN AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION The Company has a history of recurring losses from operations and the use of cash in operating activities. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, the Company’s net loss was $5,973,132 and cash used in operating activities was $2,380,327. As of December 31, 2019, the Company had current assets of $415,309 and current liabilities of $2,430,707 of which $176,903 was accrued PIK Note interest to be paid in additional PIK Notes. The Company’s current liabilities also include (i) $135,392 of disputed or erroneously accrued expenses for which the Company believes it will eventually reverse, (ii) $119,269 of payables to a toll processor the has agreed to be paid in-kind with halloysite clay, (iii) $426,672 of accrued salaries and related payroll taxes related to the deferral of management compensation, (iv) $721,219 of accrued directors’ fees, and (v) $250,000 of a note pay a Based on the Company’s current cash usage expectations, management believes it may not have sufficient liquidity to fund its operations through May 29, 2021. Furthermore, management cannot provide any assurance that that the Company would be successful in funding operations through (i) the issuance of debt and/or equity financing, (ii) the sale of non-core assets and/or (iii) the generation of increased product sales. Collectively these factors raise substantial doubt regarding the Company’s ability to continue as going concern. These financial statements do not include any adjustments to the recoverability and classification of recorded assets amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the Company not be able to continue as a going concern. Management believes that for the Company to meet its obligations arising from normal business operations through May 29, 2021 it may need to (i) raise additional capital through the sale of common stock and/or debt, (ii) generate proceeds through the sale of non-core assets and/or (iii) the generation of increased product sale. Without additional capital or additional sales of its products, the Company’s ability to continue to operate may be limited.

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTI

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]	NOTE 3 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Exploration-Stage Company Effective January 1, 2009, the Company was, and still is, classified as an “exploration stage” company for purposes of Industry Guide 7 of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) Under Industry Guide 7, companies engaged in significant mining operations are classified into three categories, referred to as “stages” - exploration, development, and production. Exploration stage includes all companies that do not have established reserves in accordance with Industry Guide 7. Such companies are deemed to be “in the search for mineral deposits.” Notwithstanding the nature and extent of development-type or production-type activities that have been undertaken or completed, a company cannot be classified as a development or production stage company unless it has established reserves in accordance with Industry Guide 7 Principles of Consolidation The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Applied Minerals, Inc. and its inactive subsidiary, which holds 100 acres of timber and mineral property in northern Idaho. Basis of Presentation These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and market-specific or other relevant assumptions that it believes are reasonable under the circumstances. The amounts of assets and liabilities reported in the Company’s balance sheets and the amount of expenses and income reported for each of the periods presented are affected by estimates and assumptions, which are used for, but are not limited to, determining the fair value of assets and liabilities, warrant and PIK note derivative liabilities, stock compensation, impairment of long-lived assets and valuation allowance on income taxes. Actual results could differ from such estimates or assumptions. Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents represent unrestricted cash on hand and all highly liquid investments with original contractual maturities of three months or less. Concentration of Credit Risk Cash balances, accounts receivable and derivative financial instruments are financial instruments potentially subject to credit risk. Cash and cash equivalents are maintained in bank deposit accounts, which, at times, may exceed the federally insured limits. Management periodically reviews and assesses the financial condition of the banks to mitigate the risk of loss. For the year ended December 31, 2019, revenues from the Company’s largest two customers accounted for 73%. For the year ended December 31, 2018 two Receivables Trade receivables are reported at outstanding principal amounts, net of an allowance for doubtful accounts. Management evaluates the collectability of receivable account balances to determine the allowance, if any. Management considers the other party’s credit risk and financial condition, as well as current and projected economic and market conditions, in determining the amount of the allowance. Receivable balances are written off when management determines that the balance is uncollectable. No allowance was required at December 31, 2019 and 2018. Property and Equipment Property and equipment are carried at cost net of accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization are computed on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, or the life of the lease, whichever is shorter, as follows: Estimated Useful Life Building and Building Improvements 5 – 40 Mining equipment 2 – 7 Office and shop furniture and equipment 3 – 7 Vehicles 5 Impairment of Long-lived Assets The Company periodically reviews the carrying amounts of long-lived assets to determine whether current events or circumstances warrant adjustment to such carrying amounts. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that its carrying amount may not be recoverable. When such events occur, the Company compares the sum of the undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset to its carrying amount. If this comparison indicates that there is impairment, the amount of the impairment is typically calculated using discounted expected future cash flows where observable fair values are not readily determinable. Considerable management judgment is necessary to estimate the fair value of assets. Assets to be disposed of are carried at the lower of their financial statement carrying amount or fair value, less cost to sell. The Company recorded a $ 0 1,047,501 Revenue Recognition Revenue includes sales of halloysite clay and iron oxide, and is recognized when title passes to the buyer and when collectability is reasonably assured. Title passes to the buyer based on terms of the sales contract. Product pricing is determined based on contractual arrangements with the Company’s customers. Effective January 1, 2018, the Company adopted ASC Topic 606. In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued guidance on revenue recognition, which provides a single, comprehensive revenue recognition model for all contracts with customers and supersedes most existing revenue recognition guidance. The main principle under this guidance is that an entity should recognize revenue at the amount it expects to be entitled to in exchange for the transfer of goods or services to customers. The Company identified the predominant changes to its accounting policies resulting from the application of this guidance and quantified the impact on its consolidated financial statements. The cumulative effect of the initial adoption of this guidance did not have any significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements as the Company did not have any significant customer contracts in place at December 31, 2017. As a result, comparative prior periods have not been adjusted and continue to be reported under FASB ASC Topic 605, Revenue Recognition (“ASC 605”). The Company’s revenue recognition policies are established in accordance with the Revenue Recognition topics of ASC 606, and accordingly, revenue is recognized when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to our clients, in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to be entitled to in exchange for those goods or services. Mining Exploration and Development Costs Land and mining property are carried at cost. The Company expenses prospecting and mining exploration costs. At the point when a property is determined to have proven and probable reserves, subsequent development costs will be capitalized and will be charged to operations using the units-of-production method over proven and probable reserves. Upon abandonment or sale of a mineral property, all capitalized costs relating to the specific property are written off in the period abandoned or sold and a gain or loss is recognized. Income taxes The Company uses an asset and liability approach which results in the recognition of deferred tax liabilities and assets for the expected future tax consequences or benefits of temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities, as well as operating loss and tax credit carry forwards, using enacted tax rates in effect in the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of its deferred tax assets will not be realized. Management considers the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. A full valuation allowance has been provided for the Company’s net deferred tax assets as it is more likely than not that they will not be realized. Authoritative guidance provides that the tax effects from an uncertain tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return can be recognized in our financial statements only if the position is more likely than not of being sustained on audit based on the technical merits of the position. As of December 31, 2019, no benefit from uncertain tax positions was recognized in our financial statements. The Company has elected to classify interest and/or penalties related to income tax matters in income tax expense. Stock Options and Warrants The Company follows ASC 718 (Stock Compensation) and 505-50 (Equity-Based Payments to Non-employees), which provide guidance in accounting for share-based awards exchanged for services rendered and requires companies to expense the estimated fair value of these awards over the requisite service period. The Company instituted a formal long-term and short-term incentive plan on November 20, 2012, which was approved by its shareholders. Prior to that date, we did not have a formal equity plan, but all equity grants, including stock options and warrants, were approved by our Board of Directors. We determine the fair value of the stock-based compensation awards granted to non-employees as either the fair value of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. If the fair value of the equity instruments issued is used, it is measured using the stock price and other measurement assumptions as of the earlier of either of (1) the date at which a commitment for performance by the counterparty to earn the equity instruments is reached, or (2) the date at which the counterparty’s performance is complete. Beginning in the quarter ended June 30, 2013 the Company began using the simplified method to determine the expected term for any options granted because the Company did not have sufficient historical exercise data to provide a reasonable basis upon which to estimate expected term. The Company previously utilized the contractual term as the expected term. Environmental Matters Expenditures for ongoing compliance with environmental regulations that relate to current operations are expensed or capitalized as appropriate. Expenditures resulting from the remediation of existing conditions caused by past operations that do not contribute to future revenue generations are expensed. Liabilities are recognized when environmental assessments indicate that remediation efforts are probable, and the costs can be reasonably estimated. Estimates of such liabilities are based upon currently available facts, existing technology and presently enacted laws and regulations taking into consideration the likely effects of inflation and other societal and economic factors and include estimates of associated legal costs. These amounts also reflect prior experience in remediating contaminated sites, other companies’ clean-up experience and data released by The Environmental Protection Agency or other organizations. Such estimates are by their nature imprecise and can be expected to be revised over time because of changes in government regulations, operations, technology, and inflation. Recoveries are evaluated separately from the liability and, when recovery is assured, the Company records and reports an asset separately from the associated liability. The Company has posted a cash bond in the amount of $295,000 required by the Utah Department of Oil, Gas and Minerals to cover estimated reclamation costs related the Company large mining permit for its Dragon Mine property. Reclassification Certain amounts reported in prior year in the financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation. Recently Adopted Accounting Standards Leases In February 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) issued ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842). Lessees are required to recognize a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for virtually all of their leases (other than leases that meet the definition of a short-term lease). The liability is equal to the present value of lease payments. The asset is based on the liability, subject to certain adjustments, such as for initial direct costs. For income statement purposes, a dual model was retained, requiring leases to be classified as either operating or finance leases. Operating leases result in straight-line expense (similar to operating leases under the prior accounting standard) while finance leases result in a front-loaded expense pattern (similar to capital leases under the prior accounting standard). Lessor accounting is similar to the prior model, but updated to align with certain changes to the lessee model (e.g., certain definitions, such as initial direct costs, have been updated) and the new revenue recognition standard that was adopted in 2018. The Company adopted this new accounting standard on January 1, 2019 on a modified retrospective basis and applied the new standard to all leases through a cumulative-effect adjustment to beginning retained earnings. As a result, comparative financial information has not been restated and continues to be reported under the accounting standards in effect for those periods. The Company elected the package of practical expedients permitted under the transition guidance within the new standard, which includes, among other things, the ability to carry forward the existing lease classification. The new standard had a material impact on the unaudited consolidated balance sheet but did not materially impact the Company’s consolidated operating results and had no impact on the Company’s cash flows. The following is a discussion of the Company’s lease policy under the new lease accounting standard: The Company determines if an arrangement contains a lease at the inception of a contract. Right-of-use assets represent the Company’s right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent the Company’s obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are recognized at the commencement date based on the present value of the remaining future minimum lease payments. As the interest rate implicit in the Company’s leases is not readily determinable, the Company utilizes its incremental borrowing rate, determined by class of underlying asset, to discount the lease payments. The operating lease right-of-use assets also include lease payments made before commencement and exclude lease incentives. Impact of New Lease Standard on Balance Sheet Line Items As a result of applying the new lease standard using a modified retrospective method, the following adjustments were made to accounts on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019: Impact of Change in Accounting Policy As reported Adjustments Adjusted January 1, Operating lease right-of-use assets $ - $ 325,255 $ 325,255 Total assets 4,136,978 325,255 4,462,233 Current portion of operating lease liabilities - 92,396 92,396 Total current liabilities 1,430,323 92,396 1,522,719 Long-term operating lease liabilities - 241,808 241,808 Deferred rent 8,949 (8,949 ) - Total long-term liabilities 36,825,341 232,859 37,058,200 Total liabilities 38,255,664 325,255 38,580,919 See Note 4 for additional information ASU 2017-11, Part I accounting for Certain Financial Instruments with Down Round Features In July 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-11 to simplify the accounting for equity contracts (e.g., freestanding warrants) or equity-linked embedded features (e.g., conversion options in convertible instruments) with down round features. Under the new guidance, entities are no longer required to consider down round features when determining whether these financial instruments containing a down round feature are indexed to the issuer’s own stock pursuant to ASC 815-40. Being indexed to an entity’s own stock is required for a freestanding financial instrument to be classified in shareholders’ equity and may exempt an embedded feature from bifurcation and derivative accounting. The Company adopted ASU 2017-11 on January 1, 2019 on a modified retrospective basis and applied the new standard to all financial instruments with down round features through a cumulative-effect adjustment to beginning retained earnings. As a result, comparative financial information has not been restated and continues to be reported under the accounting standards in effect for those periods. On January 1, 2019, the Company recorded a transition adjustment to reduce retained earnings by $4,950,396. The new standard had a material impact on the unaudited consolidated balance sheet but did not materially impact the Company’s consolidated operating results and had no impact on the Company’s cash flows. Impact of ASU 2017-11 on Balance Sheet Line Items As a result of applying ASU 2017-11 using a modified retrospective method, the following adjustments were made to accounts on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019: Impact of Change in Accounting Policy As reported on Adjustments Adjusted as of PIK Note payable, net $ 35,036,320 $ 6,730,468 $ 41,766,788 PIK Note derivative 1,780,072 (1,780,072 ) - Total Long-Term Liabilities 36,825,341 4,950,396 41,775,737 Total liabilities 38,255,664 4,950,396 43,206,060 Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage (87,810,354 ) (4,950,396 ) (92,760,750 ) Total stockholders’ deficit $ (34,118,686 ) $ (4,950,396 ) $ (39,069,082 ) See Note 8 for additional information ASU 2018-07, Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting Effective January 1, 2019 the Company adopted ASU 2018-07, Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting. The guidance expands the scope of ASC 718 to include share-based payments granted to nonemployees in exchange for goods or services used or consumed in an entity’s own operations and supersedes the guidance in ASC 505-50. The adoption of ASU 2018-07 had no material impact on the Company’s financial results. Recent Issued Accounting Pronouncements In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2018-13, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Disclosure Framework – Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement. This ASU eliminates, modifies, and adds disclosure requirements for fair value measurements. The amendments in this ASU are effective for fiscal years, and for interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted. The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact the standard will have on its financial statements. In November 2018, FASB issued ASU 2018-18, C ollaborative Arrangements (Topic 808): Clarifying the Interaction Between Topic 808 and Topic 606,

LEASES

LEASES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Leases [Abstract]
Leases of Lessee Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 4 – LEASES On March 16, 2017, the Company entered into a 5-year operating lease agreement for permanent office space, base rent payment is approximately $9,000 per month, subject to annual adjustments. Supplemental cash flow information related to leases: For the year Operating cash flows paid for operating leases $ 109,953 Non-cash lease expense $ 3,657 Supplemental balance sheet information related to leases: As of 2019 Operating lease Right-of-use assets $ 238,151 Current portion of operating lease liabilities $ 101,487 Long-term operating lease liabilities 140,321 Total operating lease liabilities $ 241,808 Weighted average remaining operating lease term 2.25 years Weighted average discount rate 6 % The following table summarizes the maturity of lease liabilities under operating leases as of December 31, 2019: 2020 $ 113,253 2021 116,649 2022 29,376 Total lease payments 259,278 Less: imputed interest (17,470 ) Total lease liabilities $ 241,808

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 5 – PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT The following is a summary of property, plant, and equipment – at cost, less accumulated depreciation: December 31, 2019 2018 Land $ 500,000 $ 500,000 500,000 500,000 Less: Accumulated depreciation - - Total $ 500,000 $ 500,000 The Company did not record any depreciation expense for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018.

DEPOSIT

DEPOSIT	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Deposit [Abstract]
DEPOSIT	NOTE 6 – DEPOSIT The following is a summary of deposit: December 31, 2019 2018 Cash Bond (Mine Permit deposit) $ 296,552 $ 295,293 Office Lease Security Deposit 39,168 52,200 Total $ 335,720 $ 347,493

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FIN

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]	NOTE 7 ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement and Disclosures ● Level 1 – Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities; ● Level 2 – Inputs other than level one inputs that are either directly or indirectly observable; and ● Level 3 – Unobservable inputs developed using estimates and assumptions, which are developed by the reporting entity and reflect those assumptions that a market participant would use. Liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized as follows: Fair value measurement using inputs Carrying amount Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Financial instruments: Series 2023 Note Derivative $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 253,215 Series A Note Derivative $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,526,857 The following table summarizes the activity for financial instruments at fair value using Level 3 inputs for 2019 and 2018: 2019 2018 Balance at beginning of year $ 1,780,072 $ 2,047,264 Issuance of additional Series 2023 Notes - 27,858 Issuance of additional Series A Notes - 183,541 Net unrealized gain included in operations - (478,591 ) Impact of change in accounting policy (1,780,072 ) - Balance at end of year $ - $ 1,780,072 The recorded value of certain financial assets and liabilities, which consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, receivables, and accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate their fair value at December 31, 2018 and 2017 based upon the short-term nature of the assets and liabilities. Based on borrowing rates currently available to the Company for loans with similar terms, and the remaining short-term period outstanding, the carrying value of notes payable other than PIK notes approximate fair value. The estimated fair value of the PIK Notes Payable was approximately $0 and $13,863,433 at December 31, 2019 and 2018 (Level 3), respectively. For the Company's warrant and PIK note derivative liabilities, Level 3 fair value hierarchy was estimated using a Monte Carlo Model using the following assumptions: Series 2023 Note derivative liability Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs December 31, December 31, Market price and estimated fair value of stock $ - $ 0.05 Exercise price $ - $ 0.59 Term (years) - 4.58 Dividend yield - - Expected volatility - 142.7 % Risk-free interest rate - 2.50 % Series A Note derivative liability Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs December 31, December 31, Market price and estimated fair value of stock $ - $ 0.05 Exercise price $ - $ 0.40 Term (years) - 4.58 Dividend yield - - Expected volatility - 142.7 % Risk-free interest rate - 2.50 %

NOTES PAYABLE

NOTES PAYABLE	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 8 - NOTES PAYABLE Notes payable at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consist of the following: December 31, 2019 2018 Note payable against exploration rights agreement, including interest (a) $ 250,000 $ - Note payable for insurance companies, payable $5,443 - $25,936 monthly (b) - 246,496 Note payable to insurance companies, payable $1,732 – $24,808 monthly, (c) and (d) 208,728 - 246,496 Less: Current Portion (458,728 ) (246,496 ) Notes Payable, Long-Term Portion $ - $ - (a) On November 1 3 The loan was unsecured and paid off in February 2020. There was no interest rate specified. (b) On October 2018, the Company signed two notes payable with interest rate of 4.89% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment which started on November 17, 2018 (c) On October 2019, the Company signed a note payable with interest rate of 4.89% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment paym ents (d) On October 2019, the Company signed a note payable with interest rate of 7.04% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment which started on November 17, 2019 During the 2019 and 2018, the Company's interest payments totalled $12,982 and $9,156, respectively.

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES)

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Convertible Debt [Text Block]	NOTE 9 – CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) The Company raised $23 million of financing through the issuance of two series of Paid-In-Kind (“PIK”)-Election Convertible Notes in 2013 (“Series 2023 Notes”) and 2014 (“Series A Notes”). The original terms of the Series A Notes included among other things: (i) a maturity of November 1, 2018 with an option to extend to November 1, 2019, (ii) a stated interest rate of 10% paid semi-annually and (iii) a conversion price of $0.90, adjusted downward based on an anti-dilution provision. The original terms of the Series 2023 Notes included among other things: (i) a maturity of August 1, 2023, (ii) a stated interest rate of 10% paid semi-annually and (iii) a conversion price of $1.40, adjusted downward based on an anti-dilution provision. On December 14, 2017, an amendment agreement, entered into between the Company and the holders of the Series A Notes and Series 2023 Notes, went into effect. The agreement resulted in changes to certain terms of the Series A and Series 2023 Notes. The key terms of the Series A and Series 2023 Notes, as amended, are highlighted in the table below: Key Terms Series 2023 Notes Series A Notes Inception Date 08/01/2013 11/03/2014 Cash Received $10,500,000 $12,500,000 Principal (Initial Liability) $10,500,000 $19,848,486 Maturity (Term) Matures on August 1, 2023, but convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at the discretion of the holder or by the Company based on the market price of the Company’s stock; Matures on May 1, 2023 but extends to August 1, 2023 if the Series 2023 Notes are still outstanding. Convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at the discretion of the holder or by the Company based on the market price of the Company’s stock; Exercise Price $0.59, adjusted downward based on anti-dilution provisions/downround protection $0.40, adjusted downward based on anti-dilution provisions/down-round protection; Stated Interest 10% per annum through December 14, 2017, 3% per annum thereafter, due semiannually; 10% per annum through December 14, 2017, 3% per annum thereafter, due semiannually; Derivative Liability $2,055,000 established at inception due to the existence of down-round protection; revalued every quarter using Monte Carlo model $9,212,285 established at inception due to existence of down-round protection; revalued every quarter using a Monte Carlo model As of December 31, 2019, the liability components of the PIK Notes on the Company’s balance sheet are listed in the following table: Series 2023 Notes Series A Total PIK Note Payable, Gross $ 16,901,447 $ 28,265,165 $ 45,166,612 Less: Discount - (1,464,311 ) (1,464,311 ) PIK Note Payable, Net $ 16,901,447 $ 26,800,854 $ 43,702,301 PIK Note Derivative Liability $ - $ - $ - As of December 31, 2018, the liability components of the PIK Notes on the Company’s balance sheet are listed in the following table: Series 2023 Series A Notes Total PIK Note Payable, Gross $ 16,394,688 27,622,913 44,017,601 Less: Discount (1,297,416 ) (7,259,175 ) (8,556,591 ) Less: Deferred Financing Cost (158,179 ) (266,511 ) (424,690 ) PIK Note Payable, Net $ 14,939,093 20,097,227 35,036,320 PIK Note Derivative Liability $ 253,215 1,526,857 1,780,072 Series A Notes (Amended) On November 3, 2014 (“Issue Date”), the Company issued, in a private placement pursuant to investment agreements, $19,848,486 principal amount of 10% PIK-Election Convertible Notes due 2018 ("Series A Notes") in exchange for $12,500,000 in cash and the cancellation of previously-issued warrants held by one investor. The original terms of the Series A Notes included among other things: (i) a maturity of November 1, 2018 with an option to extend to November 1, 2019, (ii) a stated interest rate of 10% paid semi-annually and (iii) a conversion price of $0.90, adjusted downward based on an anti-dilution provision. The original terms of both the Series A notes and Series 2023 Notes can be as exhibits to Forms 8-K filed on November 5, 2014. Below are key amended terms of the Series A Notes: ● Maturity ● Exercise Price ● Stated Interest ● Liquidated Damages ● The number of shares issuable under the Notes may be affected by the anti-dilution provisions of the Notes. The antidilution provisions adjust the Exercise Price of the Notes in the event of stock dividends and splits, issuance below the market price of the common stock, issuances below the conversion price of the Notes, pro rata distribution of assets, rights plans, tender offers, and exchange offers. The entire principal amount of the Series A Notes and accrued interest thereon shall be mandatorily converted into shares of the Company’s common stock if (i) the Volume Weighted Average Price (“VWAP”) of the thirty (30) preceding trading days is at or greater than $1.00 or the VWAP of the ten (10) preceding trading days is at or greater than $1.40; (ii) the closing market price of the shares of the Company’s common stock is at or greater than $1.00; (iii) all outstanding amounts under each Series 2023 Note or replacement financing, if any, shall have been converted into shares of the Company’s common stock pursuant to the terms of such Series 2023 Note or the replacement financing, if any, on or prior to the date on which a notice of mandatory conversion is received; and (iv) either (x) a registration statement is effective and available for the resale of all of the shares into which the Series A Notes convert on the date on which the Series A notes are mandatorily converted and each of the five (5) trading days prior to the date of mandatory conversion and on the date of mandatory conversion the holders of the Series A Notes are not restricted from selling or distributing any shares into which the Series A Notes convert pursuant to the provisions of the Registration Rights Agreement or (y) the holders Series A Notes may sell all such shares into which the Series A Notes convert immediately under Rule 144 under the Securities Act. These Series A Notes were not issued with the intent of effectively hedging any future cash flow, fair value of any asset, liability, or any net investment in a foreign operation. In addition to the customary anti-dilution provisions the notes contain a down-round provision whereby the conversion price would be adjusted downward in the event that additional shares of the Company’s common stock or securities exercisable, convertible or exchangeable for the Company’s common stock were issued for cash consideration (e.g. a capital raise) at a price less than the conversion price. Therefore, the estimated fair value of the conversion feature of $9,212,285 (based on observable inputs using a Monte Carlo model) was bifurcated from the Series A Notes and accounted for as a separate derivative liability, which resulted in a corresponding amount of debt discount on the Series A Notes. In addition, an additional debt discount of $7,348,486 was recorded as a result of the difference between the $12,500,000 of cash received and the $19,848,486 of principal on the Series A Notes. This combined debt discount of $16,560,771 is being amortized using the effective interest method over the 9-year term of the Notes as Interest Expense, while the PIK Note Derivative is carried at fair value (using a Monte Carlo model) until the Notes are converted or otherwise extinguished. Any changes in fair value are recognized in earnings. During the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company issued additional Series A PIK Notes in lieu of interest payments of $833,305 and paid down $233,986 of PIK notes, increasing the Series A Notes Payable gross carrying value to $28,265,165 as of December 31, 2019. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company recorded $5,433,052 impact of accounting change and amortized $786,502 of debt discount and deferred financing cost relating to the Series A Notes Payable, increasing the Series A Notes Payable net carrying value to 26,800,854 as of December 31, 2019. At December 31, 2018, the fair value of the Series A Note Derivative was estimated to be $1,526,857, which includes the value of the derivative related to the additional PIK Notes issued in May and November 2018 for the semi-annual interest payments due. During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company issued additional Series A PIK Notes in lieu of interest payments of $713,197, increasing the Series A Notes Payable gross carrying value to $27,622,913 as of December 31, 2018. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company amortized $709,173 of debt discount and deferred financing cost relating to the Series A Notes Payable, increasing the Series A Notes Payable net carrying value to 20,097,227 as of December 31, 2018. As of December 31, 2019, the Company was in compliance with the covenants of the Series A Notes. As of December 31, 2019, Samlyn Offshore Master Fund, Ltd. and Samlyn Onshore Fund, LP owned $9,284,784 and $4,955,681, respectively, of principal of the Series A Notes. Samlyn Offshore Master Fund, Ltd. and Samlyn Onshore Fund, LP are managed by Samlyn Capital, LLC. As of December 31, 2019, Michael Barry, a director of the Company, was the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Samlyn Capital, LLC. As of December 31, 2019, The IBS Turnaround Fund, LP, The IBS Turnaround (QP) (A Limited Partnership) and The IBS Opportunity Fund, Ltd. owned $1,347,172, $2,705,266 and $262,852, respectively, of principal of the Series A Notes. The IBS Turnaround Fund, LP, The IBS Turnaround (QP) (A Limited Partnership) and The IBS Opportunity Fund, Ltd. are managed by IBS Capital, LLC. At December 31, 2019, IBS Capital, LLC owned 13.6% of the shares of the common stock of the Company. As of December 31, 2019, M. Kingdon Offshore Master Fund, LP, a fund managed by Kingdon Capital Management, LLC, owned $4,315,293 of principal of the Series A Notes. As of December 31, 2019, Michael Pohly, a director of the Company, was an employee of Kingdon Capital Management, LLC. Series 2023 Notes (Amended) In August 2013, the Company received $10,500,000 of financing through the private placement of 10% mandatory convertible Notes due 2023 ("Series 2023 Notes"). The principal amount of the Notes is due on maturity. The Company can elect to pay semi-annual interest on the Series 2023 Notes with additional PIK Notes containing the same terms as the Series 2023 Notes, except interest will accrue from issuance of such notes. The Company can also elect to pay interest in cash. The Series 2023 Notes convert into the Company’s common stock at a conversion price of $0.59 per share, which is subject to customary anti-dilution adjustments; the holders may convert the Series 2023 Notes at any time. The Series 2023 Notes are mandatorily convertible after one year when the weighted average trading price of a share of the common stock for the preceding ten trading days is in excess of the conversion price. The Series 2023 Notes contain customary representations and warranties and several covenants. The proceeds are being used for general corporate purposes. No broker was used and no commission was paid in connection with the sale of the Series 2023 Notes. These Series 2023 Notes were not issued with the intent of effectively hedging any future cash flow, fair value of any asset, liability or any net investment in a foreign operation. In addition to the customary anti-dilution provisions the notes contain a down-round provision whereby the conversion price would be adjusted downward in the event that additional shares of the Company’s common stock or securities exercisable, convertible or exchangeable for the Company’s common stock were issued for cash consideration (e.g. a capital raise) at a price less than the conversion price. Therefore, the estimated fair value of the conversion feature of $2,055,000 (based on observable inputs using a Monte Carlo model) was bifurcated from the Series 2023 Notes and accounted for as a separate derivative liability, which resulted in a corresponding amount of debt discount on the Series 2023 Notes. The debt discount is being amortized using the effective interest method over the 10-year term of the Series 2023 Notes as Interest Expense, while the PIK Note Derivative is carried at fair value (using a Monte Carlo model) until the Series 2023 Notes are converted or otherwise extinguished. Any changes in fair value are recognized in earnings. During the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company issued additional Series 2023 PIK Notes in lieu of interest payments of $640,693 and paid down $133,936 of PIK notes, increasing the Series 2023 Notes Payable gross carrying value to $16,901,445 as of December 31, 2019. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company recorded $1,297,416 impact of accounting change of debt discount relating to the Series 2023 Notes Payable, increasing the Series 2023 Notes Payable net carrying value to $16,901,445. At December 31, 2018, the fair value of the Series 2023 Note Derivative was estimated to be $253,215, which includes the value of the derivative related to additional PIK Notes issued in February and August 2018 for the semi-annual interest payments due. During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company issued additional Series 2023 PIK Notes in lieu of interest payments of $303,967, increasing the Series 2023 Notes Payable gross carrying value to $16,394,688 as of December 31, 2018. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company amortized $399,064 of debt discount and deferred financing cost relating to the Series 2023 Notes Payable, increasing the Series 2023 Notes Payable net carrying value to $14,939,093. As of December 31, 2019, the Company was in compliance with the covenants of the Series 2023 Notes. As of December 31, 2019, M. Kingdon Offshore Master Fund, LP, a fund managed by Kingdon Capital Management, LLC, owned $4,024,152 of principal of the Series 2023 Notes. As of December 31, 2019, Michael Pohly, a director of the Company, was an employee of Kingdon Capital, Management, LLC.

STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 10 Preferred Stock The Company is authorized to issue 10,000,000 shares of noncumulative, non-voting, nonconvertible preferred stock, $0.001 par value per share. At December 31, 2019 and 2018, no shares of preferred stock were outstanding. Common Stock The Company is authorized to issue 700,000,000 and 400,000,000 shares of common stock with a $0.001 par value per share at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. At December 31, 2019 and 2018, 175,513,549 shares were issued and outstanding. 2019 There were no issuances in 2019. 2018 During 2018, the Company issued (i) 1,500,000 shares of common stock at a price of $0.06 per share to a consultant for investor relation services to be performed, (ii) 17,375,000 shares of common stock at a price of $0.04 per share, (iii) 3,000,000 shares of common stock at a price of $0.05 per share, (iv) 1,000,000 shares of common stock at a price of $0.10 per share, (v) 2,000,000 shares of common stock at a price of $0.04 per share upon the exercise of a warrant to purchase shares of common stock, and (vi) 9,875,000 units, (one unit consisting of one share of common stock and one warrant to purchase one share of common stock at a price of $0.15) at a price of $0.08 per unit.

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHAS

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]	NOTE 1 1 Outstanding Stock Warrants A summary of the status and changes of the warrants issued for 2019 and 2018 is as follows: December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Shares Weighted Shares Weighted Outstanding Average Outstanding Average Outstanding at beginning of year 26,688,373 0.15 18,813,373 $ 0.14 Issued - - 9,875,000 0.15 Exercised - - (2,000,000 ) 0.04 Forfeited - - - - Outstanding at end of year 26,688,373 0.15 26,688,373 0.15 At December 31, 2019 and 2018, the intrinsic values of the outstanding warrants were $0 and $20,688, respectively. A summary of the status of the warrants outstanding and exercisable at December 31, 2019 is presented below: Exercise Price Shares issuable Weighted Average Weighted $ 1.15 461,340 1.33 $ 1.15 $ 0.25 3,283,283 1.49 $ 0.25 $ 0.04 2,068,750 2.68 $ 0.04 $ 0.10 11,000,000 2.95 $ 0.10 $ 0.15 9,875,000 1.48 $ 0.15 26,688,373 2.18 $ 0.15 During June and July of 2018, the Company issued 9,875,000 units in exchange for $790,000 in cash proceeds. Each unit consists of one share of common stock and a 3-year warrant to purchase one share of common stock for $0.15. Outstanding Stock Options On November 20, 2012, the shareholders of the Company approved the adoption of the Applied Minerals, Inc. 2012 Long-Term Incentive Plan (“LTIP”) and the Short-Term Incentive Plan (“STIP”) and the performance criteria used in setting performance goals for awards intended to be performance-based. Under the LTIP, 8,900,000 shares are authorized for issuance. The STIP does not refer to a particular number of shares under the LTIP, but would use the shares authorized in the LTIP for issuance under the STIP. The CEO, the CFO, and named executive officers, and directors, among others are eligible to participate in the LTIP and STIP. Prior to the adoption of the LTIP and STIP, stock options were granted under individual arrangements between the Company and the grantees, and approved by the Board of Directors. On December 7, 2016, the stockholders of the Company approved the 2016 Incentive Plan. The purpose of the 2016 Incentive Plan is to enhance the profitability and value of the Company for the benefit of its stockholders by enabling the Company to offer eligible employees, consultants, and non-employee directors incentive awards in order to attract, retain and reward such individuals and strengthen the mutuality of interests between such individuals and the Company’s stockholders. The aggregate number of shares of Common Stock that may be issued or used for reference purposes under the 2016 Incentive Plan or with respect to which awards may be granted may not exceed 15,000,000 shares, which may be either (i) authorized and unissued Common Stock or (ii) Common Stock held in or acquired for the treasury of the Company. The Compensation Committee of the Company Board of Directors has full authority to administer and interpret the 2016 Incentive Plan, to grant awards under the 2016 Incentive Plan, to determine the persons to whom awards will be granted, to determine the types of awards to be granted, to determine the terms and conditions of each award, to determine the number of shares of Common Stock to be covered by each award and to make all other determinations in connection with the 2016 Incentive Plan and the awards thereunder as the Committee, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or desirable. The fair value of each of the Company's stock option awards is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model that uses the assumptions noted in the table below. Expected volatility is based on an average of historical volatility of the Company's common stock. The risk-free interest rate for periods within the contractual life of the stock option award is based on the yield curve of a zero-coupon U.S. Treasury Bond on the date the award is granted with a maturity equal to the expected term of the award. The significant assumptions relating to the valuation of the Company's options issued for 2019 and 2018 were as follows on a weighted average basis: 2019 2018 Dividend Yield 0% 0% Expected Life (in years) 3.81 - 5.00 2.50 - 7.50 Expected Volatility 131% - 152% 69.13% - 167.28% Risk Free Interest Rate 2.50% - 2.55% 1.42% - 3.09% A summary of the status and changes of the options granted under stock option plans and other agreements for 2019 and 2018 is as follows: December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Weighted Weighted Average Average Shares Exercise Price Shares Exercise Price Outstanding at beginning of year 54,866,845 0.29 57,057,768 $ 0.36 Granted 7,683,334 0.04 5,224,999 $ 0.10 Exercised — — — — Expired (1,873,611 ) 0.11 (7,415,922 ) 0.73 Outstanding at end of year 60,676,568 0.26 54,866,845 $ 0.29 During the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company granted 7,683,334 options to purchase the Company’s common stock with a weighted average exercise price of $0.04. Total grant date fair value was $223,903 of which $34,037 was unamortized compensation expense at December 31, 2019. Of the 7,683,334 options granted, the options vest as follows: Vesting Information Shares Frequency Begin Date End Date 833,334 Immediately 01/01/2019 01/01/2019 750,000 Monthly 02/24/2019 07/24/2019 600,000 Monthly (1) 03/13/2019 06/13/2019 4,000,000 Immediately 04/25/2019 04/25/2019 500,000 Monthly 09/21/2019 01/21/2020 1,000,000 Annually 12/28/2019 12/28/2021 (1) 450,000 options vested on 03/13/2019, 49,999 options vested on 04/13/2019, 49,999 options vested on 05/13/2019 and 50,002 options vested on 06/13/2019. During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company granted 5,224,999 options to purchase the Company’s common stock with a weighted average exercise price of $0.10. Of the 5,224,999 options granted, the options vest as follows: Vesting Information Shares Frequency Begin Date End Date 347,222 Quarterly(1) 04/30/2018 07/01/2018 277,777 Monthly(2) 06/01/2018 07/01/2018 600,000 Monthly 07/08/2018 06/08/2019 1,000,000 Monthly 03/01/2018 02/01/2019 2,000,000 Monthly 03/10/2018 02/10/2019 1,000,000 Annually 12/28/2018 12/28/2021 (1) 138,889 options vested on 04/30/2018 and 208,333 options vested on 07/01/2018. (2) 69,444 options vested on 06/01/2018 and 208,333 options vested on 07/01/2018. A summary of the status of the options outstanding at December 31, 2019 is presented below: Options Outstanding Options Exercisable Range of per Shares Weighted Per share Shares Weighted Per share $0.04 - $0.08 42,403,623 7.68 $ 0.06 34,801,956 7.67 $ 0.06 $0.10 - $0.84 13,330,885 2.92 0.42 13,290,885 2.92 0.42 $1.10 - $1.90 4,942,060 2.72 1.63 4,942,060 2.72 1.63 60,676,568 6.23 $ 0.26 53,034,901 6.02 $ 0.29 Compensation expense of $249,116, and $533,089, has been recognized for the vested options for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. The aggregate intrinsic value of the outstanding options at December 31, 2019 was $0. At December 31, 201 9 On August 18, 2017, the Company’s management was granted performance-based options to purchase 27.5 million shares of the Company’s common stock at $0.06 per share. The options expire on August 18, 2027. On November 1, 2017, the first fifty percent (50%) of the performance-based options vested as management was able to (i) close the sale of an aggregate of $600,000 of units (consisting of a share of common stock of the Company and a warrant to buy 0.25 of a share of common stock of the Company) at $0.04 per unit and (ii) establish toll processing arrangements with two toll processors of halloysite that, in management’s good faith belief, can process halloysite to the Company’s specifications. An additional twenty-five percent ( 25

PER SHARE DATA

PER SHARE DATA	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]	NOTE 1 2 The computation of basic earnings (loss) per share of common stock is based on the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year. The computation of diluted earnings per common share is based on the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year plus the common stock equivalents that would arise from the exercise of stock options and warrants outstanding under the treasury method and the average market price per share during the year as well as the conversion of notes. At December 31, 2019, the weighted average shares outstanding excluded options to purchase 60,676,568 shares of common stock of the Company, warrants to purchase 26,688,373 shares of common stock of the Company and 99,698,391 shares of common stock of the Company issuable upon the conversion of notes payable because their effect would be anti-dilutive. At December 31, 2018, the weighted average shares outstanding excluded options to purchase 54,866,845 shares of common stock of the Company, warrants to purchase 26,688,373 shares of common stock of the Company and 97,539,420 shares of common stock of the Company issuable upon the conversion of notes payable because their effect would be anti-dilutive.

INCOME TAXES

INCOME TAXES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 1 3 The Company calculates its deferred tax assets and liabilities using the federal tax rate of 21% and the effective state rate, net of federal benefits of 2.4%. The tax effect of items that give rise to the deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows: December 31, December 31, Deferred tax assets: Net operating loss carry forward $ 24,957,921 $ 24,069,485 Stock-based compensation 1,688,461 1,668,815 Fixed assets 744,372 810,309 Total deferred tax assets 27,390,754 26,548,609 Deferred tax liabilities: Less: valuation allowance (27,390,754 ) (26,548,609 ) $ - $ - In assessing the realization of deferred tax assets, management determines whether it is more likely than not some, or all, of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the carryforward period as well as the period in which those temporary differences become deductible. Management considers the reversal of taxable temporary differences, projected taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based upon historical losses and the possibility of continued losses over the periods that the deferred tax assets are deductible, management believes it is more likely than not that the Company will not realize the benefits of these deferred tax assets and thus recorded a valuation allowance against the entire deferred tax asset balance. The valuation allowance increased by $842,145 in the year ended December 31, 2019 and decreased by $543,895 in the years ended December 31, 2018. At December 31, 2019, the Company had net operating loss carry-forwards of $104,267,844 for federal income tax purposes and $73,599,750 for state and local income tax purposes. The federal net operating loss carry-forwards are available to be utilized against future taxable income through fiscal year 2039 and state loss carry-forwards expire from 2025 through 2039, subject to substantial restrictions on the utilization of net operating losses in the event of an “ownership change” as defined by the Internal Revenue Code. Utilization of the Company’s federal and state net operating loss carry-forwards are subject to limitations as a result of these restrictions. No amounts were provided for unrecognized tax benefits attributable to uncertain tax positions as of December 31, 2019 and 2018. The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the Code) provides for a limitation of the annual use of net operating losses following certain ownership changes (as defined by the Code) that could limit the Company’s ability to utilize these carryforwards. At this time, the Company has not completed a study to assess whether an ownership change under Section 382 of the Code has occurred, or whether there have been multiple ownership changes since the Company’s formation, due to the costs and complexities associated with such a study. The Company may have experienced various ownership changes, as defined by the Code, as a result of past financing transactions. Accordingly, the Company’s ability to utilize the aforementioned carryforwards may be limited. Additionally, U.S. tax laws limit the time during which these carryforwards may be applied against future taxes. Therefore, the Company may not be able to take full advantage of these carryforwards for Federal or state income tax purposes. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“Tax Act”) was enacted on December 22, 2017. The Tax Act reduces the US corporate rate from 35% to 21% beginning in 2018. The Company remeasured its deferred tax assets based upon the new 21% tax rate. As a result, the Company decreased its deferred tax assets by $15,181,980 with a corresponding adjustment to its valuation allowance for the year ended December 31, 2017. A reconciliation of the differences between the effective and statutory income tax rates is as follows: December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Federal statutory rate $ (1,254,358 ) 21.0 % $ (698,458 ) 21.0 % State income taxes (160,249 ) 2.7 % (81,381 ) 2.5 % Change in valuation allowance 1,360,717 (22.9 )% (543,895 ) 16.4 % Net nontaxable income related to derivatives - - (100,504 ) 3.0 % Deferred remeasurement - - 1,418,140 (42.6 )% Miscellaneous 53,890 (0.8 )% 6,098 (0.3 )% $ — 0.0 % $ — 0.0 %

RELATED PARTIES

RELATED PARTIES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 1 4 On , Overlook Investments, LLC (“Overlook”), whose managing member is Ali , a director of the Company, loaned $ to the Company under a loan agreement. The loan was unsecured. There was no interest rate specified. The loan matured on the earliest of (i) the date on which Company has received exploration payments totaling $250,000 from Tintic Copper and Gold, Inc., (ii) the date on which Tintic Copper and Gold defaults on its obligations under the Exploration Agreement and Option to Purchase and (iii) date on which the Company files for bankruptcy. The Company paid off the loan from Overlook by paying Overlook $ upon the receipt of an exploration license payment made by Continental Minerals Corporation to the Company in . Additional details regarding the terms of the loan were included in a -K filed on . In March 2018, Geoffrey Scott, a director of the Company, purchased 1,000,000 shares of common stock from the Company through a private placement. The total cost of the purchase was $50,000. In April 2018, Mr. Scott purchased 2,500,000 shares of common stock from the Company through a private placement. The total cost of the purchase was $100,000. In June 2018, Mr. Scott purchased 625,000 units from the Company through a private placement. The total cost of the purchase was $50,000. Each unit consists of one share of common stock and one option to purchase one share of common stock for $0.15. In June 2018, Mario Concha, a director of the Company, purchased 1,000,000 units from the Company through a private placement. The total cost of the purchase was $80,000. Each unit consists of one share of common stock and one option to purchase one share of common stock for $0.15. In June 2018, John Levy, a director of the Company, purchased 125,000 units from the Company through a private placement. The total cost of the purchase was $10,000. Each unit consists of one share of common stock and one option to purchase one share of common stock for $0.15. In June 2018, Ali Zamani, a director of the Company, purchased 625,000 units from the Company through a private placement. The total cost of the purchase was $50,000. Each unit consists of one share of common stock and one option to purchase one share of common stock for $0.15. Of the 625,000 units purchase by Mr. Zamani, 312,500 units were purchased through Overlook Investments, LLC, of which Mr. Zamani is Managing Partner.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]	NOTE 1 5 ES Operating Lease Commitment On January 1, 2017, the Company moved its headquarters to a temporary location. The Company paid a monthly rent of $6,000 through March 31, 2017 for the temporary office. On March 16, 2017, the Company entered into a 5-year lease agreement for permanent office space, base rent payment is approximately $9,000 per month, subject to annual adjust me Rent expense is calculated using the straight-line method based on total minimum lease payments over the initial term of the lease. Landlord tenant improvement allowances and rent expense exceeding actual rent payments are accounted for as deferred rent liability in the balance sheet and amortized on a straight-line basis over the initial term of the respective leases. Future minimum payments, by year and in the aggregate, under non-cancellable operating leases with initial or remaining terms of one year or more, consist of the following at December 31, 2019: Year Amount 2020 $ 113,253 2021 116,649 2022 29,376 $ 259,278

SIGNIFICANT CONTRACTS

SIGNIFICANT CONTRACTS	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Significant Contracts [Text Block]	NOTE 16 – SIGNIFICANT CONTRACTS On August 21, 2018 (“Effective Date”), Applied Minerals, Inc. (the “Company”) and the purchaser of the Company’s Surface Piles (“Purchaser”) entered into a Sale Agreement (the “Agreement”) for the sale of five Surface Piles for Initial Consideration of $4,546,145 and Additional Consideration of $1.00 per ton of Surface Pile material removed by Purchaser or its Agents from the Dragon Mine property. The Surface Piles include 4,546,145 tons of Surface Pile material, a mixture of halloysite, kaolinite and illite clays and a range of non-clay minerals. It is solely the responsibility of Purchaser to remove the Surface Pile material from the Company’s Dragon Mine Property. Purchaser will have 60 years to remove Surface Pile material. Thereafter, ownership of any Surface Pile material remaining on the Dragon Mine property will automatically revert to the Company. Purchaser may from time to time transfer to the Company any Surface Pile material that it decides will not be removed. Purchaser may bring on to Dragon Mine Property equipment and personnel reasonably acceptable to the Company for measuring, weighing, testing, crushing and otherwise processing, air-drying, commingling, storing, loading, removing documenting, or selling in connection with the Surface Piles The Company may relocate a Surface Pile if the Purchaser agrees and such agreement will not be unreasonably withheld. Purchaser will not, and will cause its Agents not to, interfere in any material respect with the operations of the Company.

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Events [Text Block]	NOTE 17 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS FirstFire Global Opportunities Fund LLC – Loan On February 13, 2020, the Company entered loan agreement with, and issued a note to, Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC (“FirstFire”). The note is in the principal amount of up to $250,000, including an original issue discount (”OID”) of 5%, so the maximum that can received by the Company is $237,500. The principal amount is to be funded in tranches. The first tranche was in the principal amount of $125,000 (including the 5% OID), so that, after paying FirstFire’s legal fees of $5,000, the Company received proceeds of $113,500. FirstFire may fund additional amounts up to $118,500 at such dates as it may choose. The tranche or tranches will bear interest a 5% per annum on the principal amount of the tranches. If the Company exercises its right to prepay the respective tranche at any time within the initial 45 calendar days following the tranche funding date, the Company shall pay to FirstFire an amount equal to 105% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus accrued and unpaid interest and default interest, if any. If the prepayment is made from the 46th to the 90 th th The note is convertible at any time in to the Company’s Common Stock. The initial conversion price is $.02 per share. After one hundred eighty days after the date of the note, the conversion price will be the lower of (i) $.02 or (ii) 75% multiplied by the lowest traded price of the common stock during the 20 consecutive trading day period immediately preceding the date of the respective conversion; The note is secured by a security agreement under which the Company granted a security interest to FirstFire in two pieces of equipment that are not being used in, and are not anticipated to be used in future, operations of the Company. In connection with entering into the loan agreement with FirstFire, the Company issued 125,000 shares of common stock to FirstFire on February 19, 2020. Exploration Agreement with Option to Purchase In 2017, the Company and Continental Mineral Claims, Inc. (“CMC”) entered into an Exploration Agreement with Option to Purchase (“Agreement”). The Company granted to CMC the exclusive right to enter upon and conduct mineral exploration activities (the “Exploration License”) for Metallic Minerals on the Company’s Dragon Mine minesite in Utah (the “Mining Claims”) and an option to purchase (“Option”) the Metallic Minerals. The Option would expire in 2027. The Exploration License was for a period of ten years. To obtain and maintain the Exploration License and the Option, CMC paid the Company $350,000 upon the execution of the Agreement and paid it $150,000 on the first anniversary of the Exploration License in December 2018 and $250,000 in each of 2019 and 2020. In order to maintain the Exploration License and the Option after 2020, CMC would be required to pay $250,000 to the Company each year. Pursuant to an amendment to the Agreement in November 2019, the exercise price of the Option was changed to $4 million. On March 25, 2020, the Company and Tintic Copper and Gold, Inc. (CMC’s successor) (“Tintic”) agreed to lower the exercise price of the Option to $1,050,000 and Tintic immediately exercised the Option. The Company also provided Tintic with a Right of First Offer. Paycheck Protection Program Loan On May 5, 2020 the Company entered into a promissory note (“PPP Loan”) in the amount of $223,075 from Bank of America, N.A. under the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), which was established under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) and is administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration. The term of the promissory note is two years and the annual interest rate is 1.0%, which shall be deferred for the first six months of the term of the loan. Pursuant to the terms of the CARES Act, the proceeds of each PPP Loan may be used for payroll costs, mortgage interest, rent or utility costs. The promissory note evidencing each PPP Loan contains customary events of default relating to, among other things, payment defaults, breach of representations and warranties, or provisions of the promissory note. The occurrence of an event of default may result in a claim for the immediate repayment of all amounts outstanding under such PPP Loan, collection of all amounts owing from the respective Borrower, filing suit and obtaining judgment against the respective Borrower. Under the terms of the CARES Act, each Borrower can apply for and be granted forgiveness for all or a portion of the PPP Loan. Such forgiveness will be determined, subject to limitations, based on the use of loan proceeds in accordance with the terms of the CARES Act, as described above, during the -week period after loan origination and the maintenance or achievement of certain employee levels. No assurance is provided that any Borrower will obtain forgiveness under any relevant PPP Loan in whole or in part.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Exploration Stage Company [Policy Text Block]	Exploration-Stage Company Effective January 1, 2009, the Company was, and still is, classified as an “exploration stage” company for purposes of Industry Guide 7 of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) Under Industry Guide 7, companies engaged in significant mining operations are classified into three categories, referred to as “stages” - exploration, development, and production. Exploration stage includes all companies that do not have established reserves in accordance with Industry Guide 7. Such companies are deemed to be “in the search for mineral deposits.” Notwithstanding the nature and extent of development-type or production-type activities that have been undertaken or completed, a company cannot be classified as a development or production stage company unless it has established reserves in accordance with Industry Guide 7
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Principles of Consolidation The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Applied Minerals, Inc. and its inactive subsidiary, which holds 100 acres of timber and mineral property in northern Idaho.
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Basis of Presentation These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”).
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and market-specific or other relevant assumptions that it believes are reasonable under the circumstances. The amounts of assets and liabilities reported in the Company’s balance sheets and the amount of expenses and income reported for each of the periods presented are affected by estimates and assumptions, which are used for, but are not limited to, determining the fair value of assets and liabilities, warrant and PIK note derivative liabilities, stock compensation, impairment of long-lived assets and valuation allowance on income taxes. Actual results could differ from such estimates or assumptions.
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents represent unrestricted cash on hand and all highly liquid investments with original contractual maturities of three months or less.
Concentration Risk, Credit Risk, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Concentration of Credit Risk Cash balances, accounts receivable and derivative financial instruments are financial instruments potentially subject to credit risk. Cash and cash equivalents are maintained in bank deposit accounts, which, at times, may exceed the federally insured limits. Management periodically reviews and assesses the financial condition of the banks to mitigate the risk of loss. For the year ended December 31, 2019, revenues from the Company’s largest two customers accounted for 73%. For the year ended December 31, 2018 two
Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Receivables Trade receivables are reported at outstanding principal amounts, net of an allowance for doubtful accounts. Management evaluates the collectability of receivable account balances to determine the allowance, if any. Management considers the other party’s credit risk and financial condition, as well as current and projected economic and market conditions, in determining the amount of the allowance. Receivable balances are written off when management determines that the balance is uncollectable. No allowance was required at December 31, 2019 and 2018.
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Property and Equipment Property and equipment are carried at cost net of accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization are computed on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, or the life of the lease, whichever is shorter, as follows: Estimated Useful Life Building and Building Improvements 5 – 40 Mining equipment 2 – 7 Office and shop furniture and equipment 3 – 7 Vehicles 5
Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Impairment of Long-lived Assets The Company periodically reviews the carrying amounts of long-lived assets to determine whether current events or circumstances warrant adjustment to such carrying amounts. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that its carrying amount may not be recoverable. When such events occur, the Company compares the sum of the undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset to its carrying amount. If this comparison indicates that there is impairment, the amount of the impairment is typically calculated using discounted expected future cash flows where observable fair values are not readily determinable. Considerable management judgment is necessary to estimate the fair value of assets. Assets to be disposed of are carried at the lower of their financial statement carrying amount or fair value, less cost to sell. The Company recorded a $ 0 1,047,501
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Revenue Recognition Revenue includes sales of halloysite clay and iron oxide, and is recognized when title passes to the buyer and when collectability is reasonably assured. Title passes to the buyer based on terms of the sales contract. Product pricing is determined based on contractual arrangements with the Company’s customers. Effective January 1, 2018, the Company adopted ASC Topic 606. In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued guidance on revenue recognition, which provides a single, comprehensive revenue recognition model for all contracts with customers and supersedes most existing revenue recognition guidance. The main principle under this guidance is that an entity should recognize revenue at the amount it expects to be entitled to in exchange for the transfer of goods or services to customers. The Company identified the predominant changes to its accounting policies resulting from the application of this guidance and quantified the impact on its consolidated financial statements. The cumulative effect of the initial adoption of this guidance did not have any significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements as the Company did not have any significant customer contracts in place at December 31, 2017. As a result, comparative prior periods have not been adjusted and continue to be reported under FASB ASC Topic 605, Revenue Recognition (“ASC 605”). The Company’s revenue recognition policies are established in accordance with the Revenue Recognition topics of ASC 606, and accordingly, revenue is recognized when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to our clients, in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to be entitled to in exchange for those goods or services.
Exploitation Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Mining Exploration and Development Costs Land and mining property are carried at cost. The Company expenses prospecting and mining exploration costs. At the point when a property is determined to have proven and probable reserves, subsequent development costs will be capitalized and will be charged to operations using the units-of-production method over proven and probable reserves. Upon abandonment or sale of a mineral property, all capitalized costs relating to the specific property are written off in the period abandoned or sold and a gain or loss is recognized.
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Income taxes The Company uses an asset and liability approach which results in the recognition of deferred tax liabilities and assets for the expected future tax consequences or benefits of temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities, as well as operating loss and tax credit carry forwards, using enacted tax rates in effect in the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of its deferred tax assets will not be realized. Management considers the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. A full valuation allowance has been provided for the Company’s net deferred tax assets as it is more likely than not that they will not be realized. Authoritative guidance provides that the tax effects from an uncertain tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return can be recognized in our financial statements only if the position is more likely than not of being sustained on audit based on the technical merits of the position. As of December 31, 2019, no benefit from uncertain tax positions was recognized in our financial statements. The Company has elected to classify interest and/or penalties related to income tax matters in income tax expense.
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]	Stock Options and Warrants The Company follows ASC 718 (Stock Compensation) and 505-50 (Equity-Based Payments to Non-employees), which provide guidance in accounting for share-based awards exchanged for services rendered and requires companies to expense the estimated fair value of these awards over the requisite service period. The Company instituted a formal long-term and short-term incentive plan on November 20, 2012, which was approved by its shareholders. Prior to that date, we did not have a formal equity plan, but all equity grants, including stock options and warrants, were approved by our Board of Directors. We determine the fair value of the stock-based compensation awards granted to non-employees as either the fair value of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. If the fair value of the equity instruments issued is used, it is measured using the stock price and other measurement assumptions as of the earlier of either of (1) the date at which a commitment for performance by the counterparty to earn the equity instruments is reached, or (2) the date at which the counterparty’s performance is complete. Beginning in the quarter ended June 30, 2013 the Company began using the simplified method to determine the expected term for any options granted because the Company did not have sufficient historical exercise data to provide a reasonable basis upon which to estimate expected term. The Company previously utilized the contractual term as the expected term.
Environmental Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Environmental Matters Expenditures for ongoing compliance with environmental regulations that relate to current operations are expensed or capitalized as appropriate. Expenditures resulting from the remediation of existing conditions caused by past operations that do not contribute to future revenue generations are expensed. Liabilities are recognized when environmental assessments indicate that remediation efforts are probable, and the costs can be reasonably estimated. Estimates of such liabilities are based upon currently available facts, existing technology and presently enacted laws and regulations taking into consideration the likely effects of inflation and other societal and economic factors and include estimates of associated legal costs. These amounts also reflect prior experience in remediating contaminated sites, other companies’ clean-up experience and data released by The Environmental Protection Agency or other organizations. Such estimates are by their nature imprecise and can be expected to be revised over time because of changes in government regulations, operations, technology, and inflation. Recoveries are evaluated separately from the liability and, when recovery is assured, the Company records and reports an asset separately from the associated liability. The Company has posted a cash bond in the amount of $295,000 required by the Utah Department of Oil, Gas and Minerals to cover estimated reclamation costs related the Company large mining permit for its Dragon Mine property.
Reclassification, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Reclassification Certain amounts reported in prior year in the financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Recently Adopted Accounting Standards Leases In February 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) issued ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842). Lessees are required to recognize a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for virtually all of their leases (other than leases that meet the definition of a short-term lease). The liability is equal to the present value of lease payments. The asset is based on the liability, subject to certain adjustments, such as for initial direct costs. For income statement purposes, a dual model was retained, requiring leases to be classified as either operating or finance leases. Operating leases result in straight-line expense (similar to operating leases under the prior accounting standard) while finance leases result in a front-loaded expense pattern (similar to capital leases under the prior accounting standard). Lessor accounting is similar to the prior model, but updated to align with certain changes to the lessee model (e.g., certain definitions, such as initial direct costs, have been updated) and the new revenue recognition standard that was adopted in 2018. The Company adopted this new accounting standard on January 1, 2019 on a modified retrospective basis and applied the new standard to all leases through a cumulative-effect adjustment to beginning retained earnings. As a result, comparative financial information has not been restated and continues to be reported under the accounting standards in effect for those periods. The Company elected the package of practical expedients permitted under the transition guidance within the new standard, which includes, among other things, the ability to carry forward the existing lease classification. The new standard had a material impact on the unaudited consolidated balance sheet but did not materially impact the Company’s consolidated operating results and had no impact on the Company’s cash flows. The following is a discussion of the Company’s lease policy under the new lease accounting standard: The Company determines if an arrangement contains a lease at the inception of a contract. Right-of-use assets represent the Company’s right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent the Company’s obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are recognized at the commencement date based on the present value of the remaining future minimum lease payments. As the interest rate implicit in the Company’s leases is not readily determinable, the Company utilizes its incremental borrowing rate, determined by class of underlying asset, to discount the lease payments. The operating lease right-of-use assets also include lease payments made before commencement and exclude lease incentives. Impact of New Lease Standard on Balance Sheet Line Items As a result of applying the new lease standard using a modified retrospective method, the following adjustments were made to accounts on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019: Impact of Change in Accounting Policy As reported Adjustments Adjusted January 1, Operating lease right-of-use assets $ - $ 325,255 $ 325,255 Total assets 4,136,978 325,255 4,462,233 Current portion of operating lease liabilities - 92,396 92,396 Total current liabilities 1,430,323 92,396 1,522,719 Long-term operating lease liabilities - 241,808 241,808 Deferred rent 8,949 (8,949 ) - Total long-term liabilities 36,825,341 232,859 37,058,200 Total liabilities 38,255,664 325,255 38,580,919 See Note 4 for additional information ASU 2017-11, Part I accounting for Certain Financial Instruments with Down Round Features In July 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-11 to simplify the accounting for equity contracts (e.g., freestanding warrants) or equity-linked embedded features (e.g., conversion options in convertible instruments) with down round features. Under the new guidance, entities are no longer required to consider down round features when determining whether these financial instruments containing a down round feature are indexed to the issuer’s own stock pursuant to ASC 815-40. Being indexed to an entity’s own stock is required for a freestanding financial instrument to be classified in shareholders’ equity and may exempt an embedded feature from bifurcation and derivative accounting. The Company adopted ASU 2017-11 on January 1, 2019 on a modified retrospective basis and applied the new standard to all financial instruments with down round features through a cumulative-effect adjustment to beginning retained earnings. As a result, comparative financial information has not been restated and continues to be reported under the accounting standards in effect for those periods. On January 1, 2019, the Company recorded a transition adjustment to reduce retained earnings by $4,950,396. The new standard had a material impact on the unaudited consolidated balance sheet but did not materially impact the Company’s consolidated operating results and had no impact on the Company’s cash flows. Impact of ASU 2017-11 on Balance Sheet Line Items As a result of applying ASU 2017-11 using a modified retrospective method, the following adjustments were made to accounts on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019: Impact of Change in Accounting Policy As reported on Adjustments Adjusted as of PIK Note payable, net $ 35,036,320 $ 6,730,468 $ 41,766,788 PIK Note derivative 1,780,072 (1,780,072 ) - Total Long-Term Liabilities 36,825,341 4,950,396 41,775,737 Total liabilities 38,255,664 4,950,396 43,206,060 Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage (87,810,354 ) (4,950,396 ) (92,760,750 ) Total stockholders’ deficit $ (34,118,686 ) $ (4,950,396 ) $ (39,069,082 ) See Note 8 for additional information ASU 2018-07, Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting Effective January 1, 2019 the Company adopted ASU 2018-07, Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting. The guidance expands the scope of ASC 718 to include share-based payments granted to nonemployees in exchange for goods or services used or consumed in an entity’s own operations and supersedes the guidance in ASC 505-50. The adoption of ASU 2018-07 had no material impact on the Company’s financial results. Recent Issued Accounting Pronouncements In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2018-13, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Disclosure Framework – Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement. This ASU eliminates, modifies, and adds disclosure requirements for fair value measurements. The amendments in this ASU are effective for fiscal years, and for interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted. The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact the standard will have on its financial statements. In November 2018, FASB issued ASU 2018-18, C ollaborative Arrangements (Topic 808): Clarifying the Interaction Between Topic 808 and Topic 606,

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Property Plant And Equipment Estimated Useful Lives [Table Text Block]	Property and equipment are carried at cost net of accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization are computed on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, or the life of the lease, whichever is shorter, as follows: Estimated Useful Life Building and Building Improvements 5 – 40 Mining equipment 2 – 7 Office and shop furniture and equipment 3 – 7 Vehicles 5
Schedule of Change in Accounting Estimate [Table Text Block]	As a result of applying the new lease standard using a modified retrospective method, the following adjustments were made to accounts on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019: Impact of Change in Accounting Policy As reported Adjustments Adjusted January 1, Operating lease right-of-use assets $ - $ 325,255 $ 325,255 Total assets 4,136,978 325,255 4,462,233 Current portion of operating lease liabilities - 92,396 92,396 Total current liabilities 1,430,323 92,396 1,522,719 Long-term operating lease liabilities - 241,808 241,808 Deferred rent 8,949 (8,949 ) - Total long-term liabilities 36,825,341 232,859 37,058,200 Total liabilities 38,255,664 325,255 38,580,919
Schedule of Modified Retrospective Method For Lease on Condensed Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]	As a result of applying ASU 2017-11 using a modified retrospective method, the following adjustments were made to accounts on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019: Impact of Change in Accounting Policy As reported on Adjustments Adjusted as of PIK Note payable, net $ 35,036,320 $ 6,730,468 $ 41,766,788 PIK Note derivative 1,780,072 (1,780,072 ) - Total Long-Term Liabilities 36,825,341 4,950,396 41,775,737 Total liabilities 38,255,664 4,950,396 43,206,060 Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage (87,810,354 ) (4,950,396 ) (92,760,750 ) Total stockholders’ deficit $ (34,118,686 ) $ (4,950,396 ) $ (39,069,082 )

LEASES (Tables)

LEASES (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Leases [Abstract]
Schedule Of Supplemental Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Information Related To Leases [Table Text Block]	Supplemental cash flow information related to leases: For the year Operating cash flows paid for operating leases $ 109,953 Non-cash lease expense $ 3,657 Supplemental balance sheet information related to leases: As of 2019 Operating lease Right-of-use assets $ 238,151 Current portion of operating lease liabilities $ 101,487 Long-term operating lease liabilities 140,321 Total operating lease liabilities $ 241,808 Weighted average remaining operating lease term 2.25 years Weighted average discount rate 6 %
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Maturity [Table Text Block]	The following table summarizes the maturity of lease liabilities under operating leases as of December 31, 2019: 2020 $ 113,253 2021 116,649 2022 29,376 Total lease payments 259,278 Less: imputed interest (17,470 ) Total lease liabilities $ 241,808

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Tables)

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]	The following is a summary of property, plant, and equipment – at cost, less accumulated depreciation: December 31, 2019 2018 Land $ 500,000 $ 500,000 500,000 500,000 Less: Accumulated depreciation - - Total $ 500,000 $ 500,000

DEPOSIT (Tables)

DEPOSIT (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Deposit [Abstract]
Schedule of deposit assets type	The following is a summary of deposit: December 31, 2019 2018 Cash Bond (Mine Permit deposit) $ 296,552 $ 295,293 Office Lease Security Deposit 39,168 52,200 Total $ 335,720 $ 347,493

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND F_2

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]	Liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized as follows: Fair value measurement using inputs Carrying amount Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Financial instruments: Series 2023 Note Derivative $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 253,215 Series A Note Derivative $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,526,857
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block]	The following table summarizes the activity for financial instruments at fair value using Level 3 inputs for 2019 and 2018: 2019 2018 Balance at beginning of year $ 1,780,072 $ 2,047,264 Issuance of additional Series 2023 Notes - 27,858 Issuance of additional Series A Notes - 183,541 Net unrealized gain included in operations - (478,591 ) Impact of change in accounting policy (1,780,072 ) - Balance at end of year $ - $ 1,780,072
Fair Value Measurement Inputs and Valuation Techniques [Table Text Block]	For the Company's warrant and PIK note derivative liabilities, Level 3 fair value hierarchy was estimated using a Monte Carlo Model using the following assumptions: Series 2023 Note derivative liability Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs December 31, December 31, Market price and estimated fair value of stock $ - $ 0.05 Exercise price $ - $ 0.59 Term (years) - 4.58 Dividend yield - - Expected volatility - 142.7 % Risk-free interest rate - 2.50 % Series A Note derivative liability Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs December 31, December 31, Market price and estimated fair value of stock $ - $ 0.05 Exercise price $ - $ 0.40 Term (years) - 4.58 Dividend yield - - Expected volatility - 142.7 % Risk-free interest rate - 2.50 %

NOTES PAYABLE (Tables)

NOTES PAYABLE (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]	Notes payable at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consist of the following: December 31, 2019 2018 Note payable against exploration rights agreement, including interest (a) $ 250,000 $ - Note payable for insurance companies, payable $5,443 - $25,936 monthly (b) - 246,496 Note payable to insurance companies, payable $1,732 – $24,808 monthly, (c) and (d) 208,728 - 246,496 Less: Current Portion (458,728 ) (246,496 ) Notes Payable, Long-Term Portion $ - $ - (a) On November 1 3 The loan was unsecured and paid off in February 2020. There was no interest rate specified. (b) On October 2018, the Company signed two notes payable with interest rate of 4.89% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment which started on November 17, 2018 (c) On October 2019, the Company signed a note payable with interest rate of 4.89% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment paym ents (d) On October 2019, the Company signed a note payable with interest rate of 7.04% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment which started on November 17, 2019

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) (T

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Debt Instruments [Abstract]
Debt Instrument Redemption [Table Text Block]	The key terms of the Series A and Series 2023 Notes, as amended, are highlighted in the table below: Key Terms Series 2023 Notes Series A Notes Inception Date 08/01/2013 11/03/2014 Cash Received $10,500,000 $12,500,000 Principal (Initial Liability) $10,500,000 $19,848,486 Maturity (Term) Matures on August 1, 2023, but convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at the discretion of the holder or by the Company based on the market price of the Company’s stock; Matures on May 1, 2023 but extends to August 1, 2023 if the Series 2023 Notes are still outstanding. Convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at the discretion of the holder or by the Company based on the market price of the Company’s stock; Exercise Price $0.59, adjusted downward based on anti-dilution provisions/downround protection $0.40, adjusted downward based on anti-dilution provisions/down-round protection; Stated Interest 10% per annum through December 14, 2017, 3% per annum thereafter, due semiannually; 10% per annum through December 14, 2017, 3% per annum thereafter, due semiannually; Derivative Liability $2,055,000 established at inception due to the existence of down-round protection; revalued every quarter using Monte Carlo model $9,212,285 established at inception due to existence of down-round protection; revalued every quarter using a Monte Carlo model
Convertible Debt [Table Text Block]	As of December 31, 2019, the liability components of the PIK Notes on the Company’s balance sheet are listed in the following table: Series 2023 Notes Series A Total PIK Note Payable, Gross $ 16,901,447 $ 28,265,165 $ 45,166,612 Less: Discount - (1,464,311 ) (1,464,311 ) PIK Note Payable, Net $ 16,901,447 $ 26,800,854 $ 43,702,301 PIK Note Derivative Liability $ - $ - $ - As of December 31, 2018, the liability components of the PIK Notes on the Company’s balance sheet are listed in the following table: Series 2023 Series A Notes Total PIK Note Payable, Gross $ 16,394,688 27,622,913 44,017,601 Less: Discount (1,297,416 ) (7,259,175 ) (8,556,591 ) Less: Deferred Financing Cost (158,179 ) (266,511 ) (424,690 ) PIK Note Payable, Net $ 14,939,093 20,097,227 35,036,320 PIK Note Derivative Liability $ 253,215 1,526,857 1,780,072

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_2

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Schedule Of Warrants Or Rights [Table Text Block]	A summary of the status and changes of the warrants issued for 2019 and 2018 is as follows: December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Shares Weighted Shares Weighted Outstanding Average Outstanding Average Outstanding at beginning of year 26,688,373 0.15 18,813,373 $ 0.14 Issued - - 9,875,000 0.15 Exercised - - (2,000,000 ) 0.04 Forfeited - - - - Outstanding at end of year 26,688,373 0.15 26,688,373 0.15
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity Note, Warrants or Rights [Table Text Block]	A summary of the status of the warrants outstanding and exercisable at December 31, 2019 is presented below: Exercise Price Shares issuable Weighted Average Weighted $ 1.15 461,340 1.33 $ 1.15 $ 0.25 3,283,283 1.49 $ 0.25 $ 0.04 2,068,750 2.68 $ 0.04 $ 0.10 11,000,000 2.95 $ 0.10 $ 0.15 9,875,000 1.48 $ 0.15 26,688,373 2.18 $ 0.15
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]	The significant assumptions relating to the valuation of the Company's options issued for 2019 and 2018 were as follows on a weighted average basis: 2019 2018 Dividend Yield 0% 0% Expected Life (in years) 3.81 - 5.00 2.50 - 7.50 Expected Volatility 131% - 152% 69.13% - 167.28% Risk Free Interest Rate 2.50% - 2.55% 1.42% - 3.09%
Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block]	A summary of the status and changes of the options granted under stock option plans and other agreements for 2019 and 2018 is as follows: December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Weighted Weighted Average Average Shares Exercise Price Shares Exercise Price Outstanding at beginning of year 54,866,845 0.29 57,057,768 $ 0.36 Granted 7,683,334 0.04 5,224,999 $ 0.10 Exercised — — — — Expired (1,873,611 ) 0.11 (7,415,922 ) 0.73 Outstanding at end of year 60,676,568 0.26 54,866,845 $ 0.29
Summary Of Vesting Information For Stock Options [Table Text Block]	During the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company granted 7,683,334 options to purchase the Company’s common stock with a weighted average exercise price of $0.04. Total grant date fair value was $223,903 of which $34,037 was unamortized compensation expense at December 31, 2019. Of the 7,683,334 options granted, the options vest as follows: Vesting Information Shares Frequency Begin Date End Date 833,334 Immediately 01/01/2019 01/01/2019 750,000 Monthly 02/24/2019 07/24/2019 600,000 Monthly (1) 03/13/2019 06/13/2019 4,000,000 Immediately 04/25/2019 04/25/2019 500,000 Monthly 09/21/2019 01/21/2020 1,000,000 Annually 12/28/2019 12/28/2021 (1) 450,000 options vested on 03/13/2019, 49,999 options vested on 04/13/2019, 49,999 options vested on 05/13/2019 and 50,002 options vested on 06/13/2019. During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company granted 5,224,999 options to purchase the Company’s common stock with a weighted average exercise price of $0.10. Of the 5,224,999 options granted, the options vest as follows: Vesting Information Shares Frequency Begin Date End Date 347,222 Quarterly(1) 04/30/2018 07/01/2018 277,777 Monthly(2) 06/01/2018 07/01/2018 600,000 Monthly 07/08/2018 06/08/2019 1,000,000 Monthly 03/01/2018 02/01/2019 2,000,000 Monthly 03/10/2018 02/10/2019 1,000,000 Annually 12/28/2018 12/28/2021 (1) 138,889 options vested on 04/30/2018 and 208,333 options vested on 07/01/2018. (2) 69,444 options vested on 06/01/2018 and 208,333 options vested on 07/01/2018.
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table Text Block]	A summary of the status of the options outstanding at December 31, 2019 is presented below: Options Outstanding Options Exercisable Range of per Shares Weighted Per share Shares Weighted Per share $0.04 - $0.08 42,403,623 7.68 $ 0.06 34,801,956 7.67 $ 0.06 $0.10 - $0.84 13,330,885 2.92 0.42 13,290,885 2.92 0.42 $1.10 - $1.90 4,942,060 2.72 1.63 4,942,060 2.72 1.63 60,676,568 6.23 $ 0.26 53,034,901 6.02 $ 0.29

INCOME TAXES (Tables)

INCOME TAXES (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]	The tax effect of items that give rise to the deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows: December 31, December 31, Deferred tax assets: Net operating loss carry forward $ 24,957,921 $ 24,069,485 Stock-based compensation 1,688,461 1,668,815 Fixed assets 744,372 810,309 Total deferred tax assets 27,390,754 26,548,609 Deferred tax liabilities: Less: valuation allowance (27,390,754 ) (26,548,609 ) $ - $ -
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]	A reconciliation of the differences between the effective and statutory income tax rates is as follows: December 31, 2019 December 31, 2018 Federal statutory rate $ (1,254,358 ) 21.0 % $ (698,458 ) 21.0 % State income taxes (160,249 ) 2.7 % (81,381 ) 2.5 % Change in valuation allowance 1,360,717 (22.9 )% (543,895 ) 16.4 % Net nontaxable income related to derivatives - - (100,504 ) 3.0 % Deferred remeasurement - - 1,418,140 (42.6 )% Miscellaneous 53,890 (0.8 )% 6,098 (0.3 )% $ — 0.0 % $ — 0.0 %

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]	Future minimum payments, by year and in the aggregate, under non-cancellable operating leases with initial or remaining terms of one year or more, consist of the following at December 31, 2019: Year Amount 2020 $ 113,253 2021 116,649 2022 29,376 $ 259,278

ORGANIZATION AND DESCRIPTION _2

ORGANIZATION AND DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS (Details Textual) - AMIRON iron oxide [Member]	1 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2019T
Supply of Materials	30,000
Period of Supply	2 years

GOING CONCERN AND BASIS OF PR_2

GOING CONCERN AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION (Details Textual) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent	$ (5,973,132)	$ (3,325,993)
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities	(2,380,327)	1,325,266
Assets, Current	415,309	3,289,485
Liabilities, Current	2,430,707	1,430,323
Accrued Bonuses, Current	119,269
Notes Payable, Current	458,728	246,496
Accrued Salaries, Current	426,672
PIK Note interest accrual	176,903	$ 343,810
Accrued Directors Fees	721,219
Current Liabilities [Member]
Notes Payable, Current	250,000
Disputed Accrued Expenses	$ 135,392

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_4

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019
Building and Building Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	40 years
Building and Building Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	5 years
Mining equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	7 years
Mining equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	2 years
Office and shop furniture and equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	7 years
Office and shop furniture and equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	3 years
Vehicles [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	5 years

SUMMARY SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING

SUMMARY SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Details 1) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Operating lease right-of-use assets	$ 238,151		$ 0
Total assets	1,489,180		4,136,978
Current portion of operating lease liabilities	101,487		0
Total current liabilities	2,430,707		1,430,323
Long-term operating lease liabilities	140,321		0
Total long-term liabilities	241,808
Total liabilities	$ 46,273,329		38,255,664
Previously Reported [Member]
Operating lease right-of-use assets			0
Total assets			4,136,978
Current portion of operating lease liabilities			0
Total current liabilities			1,430,323
Long-term operating lease liabilities			0
Deferred rent			8,949
Total long-term liabilities			36,825,341
Total liabilities			$ 38,255,664
Restatement Adjustment [Member]
Operating lease right-of-use assets		$ 325,255
Total assets		325,255
Current portion of operating lease liabilities		92,396
Total current liabilities		92,396
Long-term operating lease liabilities		241,808
Deferred rent		(8,949)
Total long-term liabilities		232,859
Total liabilities		325,255
Scenario Currently Reported [Member]
Operating lease right-of-use assets		325,255
Total assets		4,462,233
Current portion of operating lease liabilities		92,396
Total current liabilities		1,522,719
Long-term operating lease liabilities		241,808
Deferred rent		0
Total long-term liabilities		37,058,200
Total liabilities		$ 38,580,919

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_5

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Details 2) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2017
PIK Note payable, net	$ 43,702,301		$ 35,036,320
PIK Note derivative	0		1,780,072
Total Long-Term Liabilities	43,842,622		36,825,341
Total liabilities	46,273,329		38,255,664
Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage	(98,724,933)		(87,810,354)
Total stockholders' deficit	$ (44,784,149)		(34,118,686)	$ (33,200,782)
Successor [Member]
PIK Note payable, net			35,036,320
PIK Note derivative			1,780,072
Total Long-Term Liabilities			36,825,341
Total liabilities			38,255,664
Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage			(87,810,354)
Total stockholders' deficit			$ (34,118,686)
Scenario, Adjustment [Member]
PIK Note payable, net		$ 6,730,468
PIK Note derivative		(1,780,072)
Total Long-Term Liabilities		4,950,396
Total liabilities		4,950,396
Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage		(4,950,396)
Total stockholders' deficit		(4,950,396)
Predecessor [Member]
PIK Note payable, net		41,766,788
PIK Note derivative		0
Total Long-Term Liabilities		41,775,737
Total liabilities		43,206,060
Accumulated deficit during the exploration stage		(92,760,750)
Total stockholders' deficit		$ (39,069,082)

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_6

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Details Textual)	Jan. 01, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)a	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)
Cost of Services, Oil and Gas		$ 295,000
Accounting Standards Update 2017-11 [Member]
Cumulative Effect on Retained Earnings, Net of Tax	$ 4,950,396	$ 4,941,447	$ 0
Revenue Excluding the Sale of Surface Piles [Member] | Largest Customer [Member]
Concentration Risk, Percentage		56.00%
Sales Revenue, Net [Member] | Customer Concentration Risk [Member] | Largest Customer [Member]
Concentration Risk, Percentage		73.00%	94.00%
Accounts Receivable [Member] | Customer Concentration Risk [Member] | Largest Customer [Member]
Concentration Risk, Percentage		0.00%	0.00%
Applied Minerals Inc [Member] | Timber And Mineral Property [Member]
Area of Land | a		100

LEASES (Details)

LEASES (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Leases [Abstract]
Operating cash flows paid for operating leases	$ 109,953
Non-cash lease expense	$ 3,657	$ 0

LEASES (Details 1)

LEASES (Details 1) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Leases [Abstract]
Operating lease Right-of-use assets	$ 238,151	$ 0
Current portion of operating lease liabilities	101,487	0
Long-term operating lease liabilities	140,321	$ 0
Total operating lease liabilities	$ 241,808
Weighted average remaining operating lease term	2 years 3 months
Weighted average discount rate	6.00%

LEASES (Details 2)

LEASES (Details 2)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)
2020	$ 113,253
2021	116,649
2022	29,376
Total lease payments	259,278
Less: imputed interest	(17,470)
Total lease liabilities	$ 241,808

LEASES (Details Textual)

LEASES (Details Textual) - USD ($)	1 Months Ended
	Mar. 16, 2017	Dec. 31, 2019
Leases [Abstract]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Term of Contract	5 years	5 years
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Minimum Rentals	$ 9,000

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Details

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Details) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Land	$ 500,000	$ 500,000
Less: Accumulated depreciation	0	0
Total	500,000	500,000
Land [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Land	$ 500,000	$ 500,000

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Detai_2

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Details Texual) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Depreciation	$ 0	$ 1,277,953

DEPOSIT (Details)

DEPOSIT (Details) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Schedule Of Deposit Assets Type [Line Items]
Deposits Assets	$ 335,720	$ 347,493
Cash Bond (Mine Permit deposit) [Member]
Schedule Of Deposit Assets Type [Line Items]
Deposits Assets	296,552	295,293
Office Lease Security Deposit [Member]
Schedule Of Deposit Assets Type [Line Items]
Deposits Assets	$ 39,168	$ 52,200

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND F_3

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Details) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Series 2023 Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability		$ 253,215
Series A Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability		1,526,857
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Series 2023 Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	$ 0	253,215
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Series A Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	0	$ 1,526,857
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Series 2023 Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Series A Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Series 2023 Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Series A Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Series 2023 Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Series A Note Derivative [Member]
Derivative liability	$ 0

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND F_4

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Details 1) - Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Balance at beginning of year	$ 1,780,072	$ 2,047,264
Net unrealized gain included in operations	0	(478,591)
Impact of change in accounting policy	(1,780,072)	0
Balance at end of year	0	1,780,072
Issuance of additional Series 2023 Notes [Member]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Issues	0	27,858
Issuance of additional Series A Notes [Member]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Issues	$ 0	$ 183,541

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND F_5

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Details 2)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019$ / shares	Dec. 31, 2018$ / shares
Series 2023 Note derivative liability [Member]
Market price and estimated fair value of stock	$ 0	$ 0.05
Series 2023 Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Exercise Price [Member]
Exercise price	$ 0	$ 0.59
Series 2023 Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Expected Term [Member]
Term (years)	0 years	4 years 6 months 29 days
Series 2023 Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Expected Dividend Rate [Member]
Derivative Liability	0	0
Series 2023 Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Price Volatility [Member]
Derivative Liability	0	14,270
Series 2023 Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Risk Free Interest Rate [Member]
Derivative Liability	0	250
Series A Note derivative liability [Member]
Market price and estimated fair value of stock	$ 0	$ 0.05
Series A Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Exercise Price [Member]
Exercise price	$ 0	$ 0.40
Series A Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Expected Term [Member]
Term (years)	0 years	4 years 6 months 29 days
Series A Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Expected Dividend Rate [Member]
Derivative Liability	0	0
Series A Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Price Volatility [Member]
Derivative Liability	0	14,270
Series A Note derivative liability [Member] | Measurement Input, Risk Free Interest Rate [Member]
Derivative Liability	0	250

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND F_6

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Details Textual) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Convertible Debt, Fair Value Disclosures	$ 0	$ 13,863,433

NOTES PAYABLE (Details)

NOTES PAYABLE (Details) - USD ($)		Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Note Payable Mining Equipment			$ 246,496
Less: Current Portion		$ (458,728)	(246,496)
Notes Payable, Long-Term Portion		0	0
Note Payable Mining Equipment [Member]
Note Payable Mining Equipment	[1]	250,000	0
Note Payable Insurance Company One [Member]
Note Payable Mining Equipment	[2]	0	246,496
Note Payable Insurance Company Two [Member]
Note Payable Mining Equipment	[3],[4]	$ 208,728	$ 0
[1]	On November 13, 2019, the Company entered into an agreement with a related party. Per the terms of the agreement, the Company has borrowed $250,000 against an expected annual renewal payment for an exploration license it granted as part of an Exploration Agreement with Option to Purchase entered into with Continental Minerals Claims, Inc. in December 2017, in exchange for $200,000 in cash. The loan was unsecured and paid off in February 2020. There was no interest rate specified.
[2]	On October 2018, the Company signed two notes payable with interest rate of 4.89% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment which started on November 17, 2018
[3]	On October 2019, the Company signed a note payable with interest rate of 4.89% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment payments which started on November 17, 2019
[4]	On October 2019, the Company signed a note payable with interest rate of 7.04% with an insurance company for liability insurance, payable in 10 monthly installment which started on November 17, 2019

NOTES PAYABLE - Summary of Not

NOTES PAYABLE - Summary of Note Payable (Details) (Parenthetical) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Minimum [Member] | Note Payable Insurance Company One [Member]
Note payable, monthly payment	$ 5,443	$ 5,443
Minimum [Member] | Note Payable Insurance Company Two [Member]
Note payable, monthly payment	1,732	1,732
Maximum [Member] | Note Payable Insurance Company One [Member]
Note payable, monthly payment	25,936	25,936
Maximum [Member] | Note Payable Insurance Company Two [Member]
Note payable, monthly payment	$ 24,808	$ 24,808

NOTES PAYABLE (Details Textual)

NOTES PAYABLE (Details Textual) - USD ($)	Nov. 13, 2019	Feb. 29, 2020	Oct. 31, 2019	Oct. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Proceeds from Lines of Credit	$ 250,000
Consideration Received	$ 200,000
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment, Interest					$ 12,982	$ 9,156
Interest Rate of 4.89% [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage			4.89%	4.89%
Debt Instrument, Term			10 months	10 months
Interest Rate of 7.04% [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage			7.04%
Debt Instrument, Term			10 months
Unsecured Debt [Member] | Subsequent Event [Member]
Repayments of Lines of Credit		$ 250,000

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) (D

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) (Details) - USD ($)	Nov. 03, 2014	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2019
Series 2023 Notes [Member]
Inception Date	Aug. 1, 2013
Cash Received	$ 10,500,000
Principal (Initial Liability)	$ 10,500,000
Maturity (Term)	Aug. 1, 2023
Exercise Price	$ 0.59
Stated Interest	10.00%
Derivative Liability	$ 2,055,000
Series A Notes [Member]
Inception Date	Nov. 3, 2014
Cash Received	$ 12,500,000
Principal (Initial Liability)	$ 19,848,486
Maturity (Term)	May 1, 2023	Aug. 1, 2023
Exercise Price	$ 0.40
Stated Interest	10.00%		10.00%
Derivative Liability	$ 9,212,285

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) _2

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) (Details 1) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Less: Discount	$ (1,464,311)	$ (8,556,591)
PIK Note Payable, Net	43,702,301	35,036,320
PIK Note Derivative Liability	0	1,780,072
Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member]
PIK Note Payable, Gross	45,166,612	44,017,601
Less: Discount	(1,464,311)	(8,556,591)
Less: Deferred Financing Cost		(424,690)
PIK Note Payable, Net	43,702,301	35,036,320
PIK Note Derivative Liability	0	1,780,072
Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member] | Series 2023 Notes [Member]
PIK Note Payable, Gross	16,901,447	16,394,688
Less: Discount	0	(1,297,416)
Less: Deferred Financing Cost		(158,179)
PIK Note Payable, Net	16,901,447	14,939,093
PIK Note Derivative Liability	0	253,215
Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member] | Series A Notes [Member]
PIK Note Payable, Gross	28,265,165	27,622,913
Less: Discount	(1,464,311)	(7,259,175)
Less: Deferred Financing Cost		(266,511)
PIK Note Payable, Net	26,800,854	20,097,227
PIK Note Derivative Liability	$ 0	$ 1,526,857

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) _3

CONVERTIBLE DEBT (PIK NOTES) (Details Textual)	Nov. 03, 2014USD ($)Trading$ / shares	Aug. 01, 2013USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)$ / shares	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2013$ / shares	Aug. 05, 2013$ / shares
Payments on PIK notes			$ 356,568
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount, Total			1,464,311	$ 8,556,591
Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member]
Proceeds from Convertible Debt					$ 23,000,000
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount, Total			$ 1,464,311	8,556,591
Series A Notes [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	10.00%		10.00%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares	$ 0.40
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	$ 19,848,486
Proceeds from Convertible Debt	$ 12,500,000
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date	May 1, 2023				Aug. 1, 2023
Series A Notes [Member] | Samlyn Offshore Master Fund [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			$ 9,284,784
Series A Notes [Member] | Samlyn Onshore Fund [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			4,955,681
Series A Notes [Member] | IBS Turnaround Fund [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			1,347,172
Series A Notes [Member] | IBS Opportunity Fund Ltd [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			$ 262,852
Series A Notes [Member] | IBS Capital LLC [Member]
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners			13.60%
Series A Notes [Member] | Kingdon Capital Management LLC [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			$ 4,315,293
Series A Notes [Member] | IBS Turnaround Partnership [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			2,705,266
Series A Notes [Member] | Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	10.00%				10.00%	3.00%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares	$ 0.40				$ 0.90
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	$ 19,848,486
Proceeds from Convertible Debt	12,500,000
Payments on PIK notes			233,986
Impact of change in accounting of debt discount			5,433,052
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Discounts			786,502	709,173
Debt Instrument, Increase, Accrued Interest			833,305	713,197
Convertible Notes Payable, Noncurrent			$ 28,265,165	27,622,913
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date, Description			May 1, 2023 but extends to August 1, 2023 if the Series 2023 Notes are outstanding
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Beneficial Conversion Feature	9,212,285
Debt Instrument Unamortized Discount Difference Between Cash Received And Principal	$ 7,348,486
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount, Total			$ 1,464,311	7,259,175
Convertible Notes Payable			26,800,854	20,097,227
Series A Notes [Member] | Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member] | Specified Event [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	1.00%
Series A Notes [Member] | Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member] | Mandatory Conversion of Note if Condition 1 Exists [Member]
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Threshold Consecutive Trading Days | Trading	30
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Stock Price Trigger | $ / shares	$ 1
Series A Notes [Member] | Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member] | Mandatory Conversion of Note if Condition 2 Exists [Member]
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Threshold Consecutive Trading Days | Trading	10
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Stock Price Trigger | $ / shares	$ 1.40
Series 2023 Notes [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	10.00%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares	$ 0.59
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	$ 10,500,000
Proceeds from Convertible Debt	$ 10,500,000
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date	Aug. 1, 2023
Series 2023 Notes [Member] | Kingdon Capital Management LLC [Member]
Convertible Notes Payable			4,024,152
Series 2023 Notes [Member] | Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage		10.00%					10.00%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares							$ 1.40	$ 0.59
Proceeds from Convertible Debt		$ 10,500,000
Payments on PIK notes			133,936
Impact of change in accounting of debt discount			1,297,416
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs and Discounts				399,064
Debt Instrument, Increase, Accrued Interest			640,693	303,967
Convertible Notes Payable, Noncurrent			16,901,445	16,394,688
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount, Total			0	1,297,416
Convertible Notes Payable			$ 16,901,445	14,939,093
Series A Pik Note Derivative Liability [Member]
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability				1,526,857
Series 2023 Pik Note Derivative Liability [Member]
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability				$ 253,215
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Beneficial Conversion Feature		$ 2,055,000
Financial Instruments Subject To Mandatory Conversion Earliest Conversion		1 year
Monte carlo model [Member] | Series A Notes [Member] | Payment in Kind (PIK) Note [Member]
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount, Total	$ 16,560,771
Warrants Issued To Series 2023 Notes Holders [Member]
Financial Instrument Subject To Mandatory Conversion Period For Calculation Of Conversion Feature		10 years

STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (Details T

STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (Details Textual) - $ / shares	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized		10,000,000	10,000,000
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share		$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding		0	0
Common Stock, Shares Authorized		700,000,000	700,000,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share		$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Common Stock, Shares, Issued		400,000,000	400,000,000
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding		175,513,549	175,513,549
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights			$ 0.15
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues	9,875,000
Units Issued During Period		9,875,000
Units Issued Price Per Unit			$ 0.08
Common Stock [Member]
Common Stock, Shares Authorized		700,000,000	400,000,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share		$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Common Stock, Shares, Issued		175,513,549	175,513,549
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding		175,513,549	175,513,549
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services			1,500,000
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues			31,250,000
Consultant For Investor Relation Services [Member]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services			1,500,000
Shares Issued, Price Per Share			$ 0.06
Sale Of Stock One [Member]
Shares Issued, Price Per Share			$ 0.04
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues			17,375,000
Sale Of Stock Two [Member]
Shares Issued, Price Per Share			$ 0.05
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues			3,000,000
Sale Of Stock Three [Member]
Shares Issued, Price Per Share			$ 0.10
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues			1,000,000
Sale Of Stock Four [Member]
Shares Issued, Price Per Share			$ 0.04
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues			2,000,000

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_3

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details) - Warrant [Member] - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants, Outstanding at January 1, 2019	26,688,373	18,813,373
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants, Issued	0	9,875,000
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants, Exercised	0	(2,000,000)
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants, Forfeited	0	0
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants, Outstanding at June 30, 2019	26,688,373	26,688,373
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Outstanding at January 1, 2019	$ 0.15	$ 0.14
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Issued	0	0.15
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Exercised	0	0.04
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Forfeited	0	0
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Outstanding at June 30, 2019	$ 0.15	$ 0.15

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_4

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details 1) - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2017
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Weighted Average Exercise Price		$ 0.15
Warrant [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercise Price	$ 0.15	$ 0.15	$ 0.14
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants	26,688,373	26,688,373	18,813,373
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (years)	2 years 2 months 4 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 0.15
Warrant [Member] | Exercise Price 1 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercise Price	$ 1.15
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants	461,340
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (years)	1 year 3 months 29 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 1.15
Warrant [Member] | Exercise Price 2 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercise Price	$ 0.25
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants	3,283,283
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (years)	1 year 5 months 26 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 0.25
Warrant [Member] | Exercise Price 3 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercise Price	$ 0.04
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants	2,068,750
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (years)	2 years 8 months 4 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 0.04
Warrant [Member] | Exercise Price 4 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercise Price	$ 0.10
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants	11,000,000
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (years)	2 years 11 months 12 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 0.10
Warrant [Member] | Exercise Price 5 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercise Price	$ 0.15
Shares Issuable upon Exercise of Outstanding Warrants	9,875,000
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (years)	1 year 5 months 23 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 0.15

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_5

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details 2) - Employee Stock Option [Member]	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Dividend Yield	0.00%	0.00%
Maximum [Member]
Expected Life (in years)	5 years	7 years 6 months
Expected Volatility	152.00%	167.28%
Risk Free Interest Rate	2.55%	3.09%
Minimum [Member]
Expected Life (in years)	3 years 9 months 21 days	2 years 6 months
Expected Volatility	131.00%	69.13%
Risk Free Interest Rate	2.50%	1.42%

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_6

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details 3) - $ / shares	Jun. 13, 2019	May 13, 2019	Apr. 13, 2019	Mar. 13, 2019	Jul. 01, 2018	Jun. 01, 2018	Apr. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Outstanding at beginning of year (in shares)								54,866,845	57,057,768
Granted (in shares)	50,002	49,999	49,999	450,000	208,333	69,444	138,889	7,683,334	5,224,999
Exercised (in shares)								0	0
Expired(in shares)								(1,873,611)	(7,415,922)
Outstanding at end of year (in shares)								60,676,568	54,866,845
Outstanding at beginning of year (in dollars per share)								$ 0.29	$ 0.36
Granted (in dollars per share)								0.04	0.10
Exercised (in dollars per share)								0	0
Expired (in dollars per share)								0.11	0.73
Outstanding at end of year (in dollars per share)								$ 0.26	$ 0.29

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_7

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details 4) - shares	Jun. 13, 2019	May 13, 2019	Apr. 13, 2019	Mar. 13, 2019	Jul. 01, 2018	Jun. 01, 2018	Apr. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Stock options granted (in shares)	50,002	49,999	49,999	450,000	208,333	69,444	138,889	7,683,334	5,224,999
Vesting Period 1 [Member]
Stock options granted (in shares)								833,334	347,222
Vesting Period 2 [Member]
Stock options granted (in shares)								750,000	277,777
Vesting Period 3 [Member]
Stock options granted (in shares)								600,000	600,000
Vesting Period 4 [Member]
Stock options granted (in shares)								4,000,000	1,000,000
Vesting Period 5 [Member]
Stock options granted (in shares)								500,000	2,000,000
Vesting Period 6 [Member]
Stock options granted (in shares)								1,000,000	1,000,000

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_8

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details 5)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019$ / sharesshares
Number of Options Outstanding	60,676,568
Options Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Year)	6 years 2 months 23 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Outstanding | $ / shares	$ 0.26
Number of Options Exercisable	53,034,901
Options Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contracrual Life (Year)	6 years 7 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Exercisable | $ / shares	$ 0.29
Range of Exercise Prices (0.04 - 0.08) [Member]
Number of Options Outstanding	42,403,623
Options Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Year)	7 years 8 months 4 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Outstanding | $ / shares	$ 0.06
Number of Options Exercisable	34,801,956
Options Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contracrual Life (Year)	7 years 8 months 1 day
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Exercisable | $ / shares	$ 0.06
Range of Exercise Prices (0.04 - 0.08) [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Number of Options Exercisable	0.08
Range of Exercise Prices (0.04 - 0.08) [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Number of Options Exercisable	0.04
Range of Exercise Prices (0.10 - 0.84) [Member]
Number of Options Outstanding	13,330,885
Options Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Year)	2 years 11 months 1 day
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Outstanding | $ / shares	$ 0.42
Number of Options Exercisable	13,290,885
Options Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contracrual Life (Year)	2 years 11 months 1 day
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Exercisable | $ / shares	$ 0.42
Range of Exercise Prices (0.10 - 0.84) [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Number of Options Exercisable	0.84
Range of Exercise Prices (0.10 - 0.84) [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Number of Options Exercisable	0.10
Range of Exercise Prices (1.10 - 1.90) [Member]
Number of Options Outstanding	4,942,060
Options Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Year)	2 years 8 months 19 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Outstanding | $ / shares	$ 1.63
Number of Options Exercisable	4,942,060
Options Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contracrual Life (Year)	2 years 8 months 19 days
Weighted Average Exercise Price, Exercisable | $ / shares	$ 1.63
Range of Exercise Prices (1.10 - 1.90) [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Number of Options Exercisable	1.90
Range of Exercise Prices (1.10 - 1.90) [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Number of Options Exercisable	1.10

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCH_9

OPTIONS AND WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK (Details Textual)	Jun. 13, 2019shares	May 13, 2019shares	Apr. 13, 2019shares	Mar. 13, 2019shares	Jul. 01, 2018shares	Jun. 01, 2018shares	Apr. 30, 2018shares	Jul. 31, 2018USD ($)$ / itemshares	Aug. 18, 2017USD ($)$ / shares$ / itemshares	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)$ / sharesshares	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)$ / sharesshares	Jan. 18, 2018USD ($)	Dec. 07, 2016shares	Nov. 20, 2012shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross | shares	50,002	49,999	49,999	450,000	208,333	69,444	138,889			7,683,334	5,224,999
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price | $ / shares										$ 0.04	$ 0.10
Price Per Unit | $ / item								0.15	0.04
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Intrinsic Value										$ 0
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights, Percentage									25.00%
Performance based Options Vesting Feature Close Sale Of Units Amount									$ 600,000
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Not yet Recognized, Stock Options										34,037
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Nonvested										0	$ 20,688
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues | shares								9,875,000
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock								$ 790,000		0	1,735,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services										$ 223,903	$ 60,000
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights | shares								3
Director [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross | shares										7,683,334	5,224,999
LTIP [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized | shares														8,900,000
Incentive Plan 2016 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized | shares													15,000,000
Share-based Compensation Award, Tranche One [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights, Percentage									50.00%
Performance Based Options [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross | shares									27,500,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price | $ / shares									$ 0.06
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Expiration Date									Aug. 18, 2027
Performance Based Options [Member] | Share-based Compensation Award, Tranche Two [Member]
Performance Based Options Vesting Feature Additional Cash Proceeds												$ 900,000
Performance Based Options [Member] | Share-based Compensation Award, Tranche Three [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights, Percentage									8.30%
Performance Based Options [Member] | Sharebased Compensation Award Tranche Four [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights, Percentage									8.30%
Performance based Options Vesting Feature EBITDA Minimum Value Over 12 Month Period									$ 2,000,000
Performance Based Options [Member] | Sharebased Compensation Award Tranche Five [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights, Percentage									8.40%
Performance based Options Vesting Feature EBITDA Minimum Value Over 12 Month Period									$ 4,000,000
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense										$ 249,116	$ 533,089
Time Based Unvested Options [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Not yet Recognized, Stock Options										$ 34,037
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition										1 year 3 months 21 days
Performance Based Unvested Options [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Not yet Recognized, Stock Options										$ 223,105
Warrants In Connection With Units [Member]
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Each Warrant or Right | shares									0.25

PER SHARE DATA (Details Textual

PER SHARE DATA (Details Textual) - shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	60,676,568	54,866,845
Warrant [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	26,688,373	26,688,373
Convertible Debt Securities [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	99,698,391	97,539,420

INCOME TAXES (Details)

INCOME TAXES (Details) - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Deferred tax assets:
Net operating loss carry forward	$ 24,957,921	$ 24,069,485
Stock-based compensation	1,688,461	1,668,815
Fixed assets	744,372	810,309
Total deferred tax assets	27,390,754	26,548,609
Deferred tax liabilities:
Less: valuation allowance	(27,390,754)	(26,548,609)
Total	$ 0	$ 0

INCOME TAXES (Details 1)

INCOME TAXES (Details 1) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2017
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Federal statutory rate	$ (1,254,358)	$ (698,458)
Federal statutory rate, Percent	21.00%	21.00%	35.00%
State income taxes	$ (160,249)	$ (81,381)
State income taxes, Percent	2.70%	2.50%
Change in valuation allowance	$ 1,360,717	$ (543,895)
Change in valuation allowance, Percent	(22.90%)	16.40%
Net nontaxable income related to derivatives	$ 0	$ (100,504)
Net nontaxable income related to derivatives, Percent	0.00%	3.00%
Deferred remeasurement	$ 0	$ 1,418,140	$ 15,181,980
Deferred remeasurement, Percent	0.00%	(42.60%)
Miscellaneous	$ 53,890	$ 6,098
Miscellaneous, Percent	(0.80%)	(0.30%)
Total Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	$ 0	$ 0
Total Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent	0.00%	0.00%

INCOME TAXES (Detail Textual)

INCOME TAXES (Detail Textual) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2017
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	21.00%	21.00%	35.00%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes, Percent	2.70%	2.50%
Valuation Allowance, Deferred Tax Asset, Decrease, Amount	$ 842,145	$ 543,895
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Change in Enacted Tax Rate, Amount	0	$ 1,418,140	$ 15,181,980
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
Operating Loss Carryforwards	$ 73,599,750
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member] | IDAHO [Member]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes, Percent	2.40%
Domestic Tax Authority [Member]
Operating Loss Carryforwards	$ 104,267,844

RELATED PARTIES (Details Textua

RELATED PARTIES (Details Textual) - USD ($)	Nov. 13, 2019	Feb. 29, 2020	Jul. 31, 2018	Jun. 30, 2018	Apr. 30, 2018	Mar. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2019
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues			9,875,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues							$ 1,735,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share							$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Over Look Investments LLC [Member]
Proceeds from Short-term Debt	$ 200,000
Over Look Investments LLC [Member] | Forecast [Member]
Repayments of Short-term Debt		$ 250,000
Tintic Copper And Gold Inc [Member]
Exploration Payment Received	$ 250,000
Private Placement [Member] | Geoffrey Scott [Member]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues				625,000	2,500,000	1,000,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues				$ 50,000	$ 100,000	$ 50,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share				$ 0.15
Private Placement [Member] | John Levy [Member]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues				125,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues				$ 10,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share				$ 0.15
Private Placement [Member] | Ali Zamani [Member]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues				625,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues				$ 50,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share				$ 0.15
Private Placement [Member] | Ali Zamani [Member] | Affiliated Entity [Member]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues				312,500
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues				$ 625,000
Private Placement [Member] | Mario Concha [Member]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues				1,000,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues				$ 80,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share				$ 0.15

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_2

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
2020	$ 113,253
2021	116,649
2022	29,376
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due	$ 259,278

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_3

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details Textual) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Mar. 16, 2017
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Payments for Rent	$ 6,000
Lessee, Operating Lease, Term of Contract	5 years	5 years
Operating Leases Monthly Rent	$ 9,000

SIGNIFICANT CONTRACTS (Details

SIGNIFICANT CONTRACTS (Details Textual)	Aug. 21, 2018USD ($)$ / Per-Ton
Additional Consideration Receivable per Ton | $ / Per-Ton	1
Initial Consideration Receivable | $	$ 4,546,145

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Details Text

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Details Textual)	May 05, 2020USD ($)	Feb. 13, 2020USD ($)Days$ / shares	Nov. 13, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2020USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)shares	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)shares	Mar. 25, 2020USD ($)	Feb. 19, 2020shares	Nov. 30, 2019USD ($)
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Proceeds from Lines of Credit			$ 250,000
Common Stock, Shares, Issued | shares					400,000,000	400,000,000
Continental Mineral Claims, Inc.[Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Exploration Agreement Payments Upon Execution						$ 350,000
Exploration Agreement Payments on or Before First Anniversary of Effective Date of Agreement						$ 150,000
Exploration Agreement Periodic Payments Received During Exploration License Term					$ 250,000
Exploration Agreement Option To Purchase Consideration									$ 4,000,000
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common Stock, Shares, Issued | shares								125,000
Subsequent Event [Member] | Continental Mineral Claims, Inc.[Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Exploration Agreement Periodic Payments Received During Exploration License Term				$ 250,000
Exploration Agreement Payments on or Before Each Subsequent Anniversary of Effective Date During Exploration License Term				$ 250,000
Subsequent Event [Member] | Tintic Copper and Gold, Inc. [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Exploration Agreement Option To Purchase Consideration							$ 1,050,000
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Current Borrowing Capacity		$ 250,000
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity		237,500
Legal Fees		5,000
Proceeds from Lines of Credit		$ 113,500
Line of Credit Facility, Maturity Period		12 months
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Threshold Trading Days | Days		20
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member] | Tranche One [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Long-term Line of Credit		$ 125,000
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate		5.00%
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member] | Tranche Two [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Long-term Line of Credit		$ 118,500
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member] | Debt Payables 1 To 45 Days Past Due [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Line Of Credit Facility Periodic Payment		105.00%
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member] | Debt Payables 46 To 90 Days Past Due [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Line Of Credit Facility Periodic Payment		110.00%
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member] | Debt Payables 91 To 180 Days Past Due [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Line Of Credit Facility Periodic Payment		120.00%
Subsequent Event [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member] | Debt Payables Equal To Greater Than 181 Days Past Due [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Line Of Credit Facility Periodic Payment		130.00%
Subsequent Event [Member] | Paycheck Protection Program Loan [Member] | Bank of America, N.A. [Member] | Promissory Note [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	$ 223,075
Debt Instrument, Term	2 years
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate	1.00%
Subsequent Event [Member] | Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund LLC [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Debt Instrument Issued At Discount		5.00%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares		$ 0.02
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Threshold Percentage of Stock Price Trigger		75.00%