Know all about Taconite and Skarn properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Skarn appears Dull. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Skarn is waxy and dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Skarn is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo).