Pancreatitis caused by gallstones. Pancreatitis caused by gallstones Gallstones are a common cause of pancreatitis. Gallstones, produced in the gallbladder, can block the bile duct, stopping pancreatic enzymes from traveling to the small intestine and forcing them back into the pancreas.
310-Carat Peridot - The largest peridot in the world is housed at the Smithsonian in Washington, DC.
Formerly known as chrysolite, peridot is the modern birthstone for August, both in Britain and in the United States of America. Before the gemstone became the August gemstone, peridot was the main zodiac stone for Libra, which falls partly in the month following August. Peridot is a transparent olive green stone, sometimes drawing very close to yellow. This August birthstone is believed to reduce stress and protect its wearer from negativity.