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.
The most notable examples of gems formed in the earthâs mantle are diamond and peridot. By studying the peridot deposits in Arizona, geologists now believe they were created on rocks floating in the mantle, approximately 20 to 55 miles below the surface. An explosive eruption brought them near the surface of the earth.