Know all about Dacite and Obsidian properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Dacite and Obsidian belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Dacite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Obsidian is Glassy. Dacite appears Vesicular and Obsidian appears Shiny. The luster of Dacite is subvitreous to dull while that of Obsidian is vitreous. Dacite is available in bluish - grey, brown, grey, light to dark grey colors whereas Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Dacite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums.