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