Know all about Larvikite and Skarn properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Larvikite appears Shiny and Skarn appears Dull. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Skarn is waxy and dull. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Skarn 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 Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo).