Know all about Basanite and Jaspillite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jaspillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Jaspillite is earthy. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Jaspillite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Basanite and Jaspillite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.