Know all about Gabbro and Nephelinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Gabbro and Nephelinite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Gabbro is Phaneritic whereas that of Nephelinite is Aphanitic. Gabbro appears Veined and Shiny and Nephelinite appears Skeletal. The luster of Gabbro is not available while that of Nephelinite is vitreous to metallic. Gabbro is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Nephelinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Gabbro are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Nephelinite are creating artwork, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).