Know all about Larvikite and Anthracite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Anthracite is Amorphous, Glassy. Larvikite appears Shiny and Anthracite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Anthracite is shiny. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Anthracite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Anthracite are alumina refineries, electricity generation, liquid fuel, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, paper industry.