Know all about Larvikite and Nephelinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite and Nephelinite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Nephelinite is Aphanitic. Larvikite appears Shiny and Nephelinite appears Skeletal. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Nephelinite is vitreous to metallic. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Nephelinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Nephelinite are creating artwork, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).