Know all about Aplite and Essexite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite and Essexite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Essexite is Granular. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Essexite appears Banded. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Essexite is not available. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.