Know all about Taconite and Coquina properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite and Coquina belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Coquina is Clastic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Coquina appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Coquina is dull to vitreous to submetallic. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Coquina is available in beige, buff, orange colors. The commercial uses of Taconite and Coquina are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.