Know all about Skarn and Phyllite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Skarn and Phyllite belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough whereas that of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty. Skarn appears Dull and Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy. The luster of Skarn is waxy and dull while that of Phyllite is phyllitic. Skarn is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors whereas Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors. The commercial uses of Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.