Know all about Diabase and Jaspillite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diabase belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jaspillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Diabase is Aphanitic, Granular whereas that of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis. Diabase appears Vesicular and Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy. The luster of Diabase is not available while that of Jaspillite is earthy. Diabase is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Jaspillite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Diabase are an oil and gas reservoir, cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Jaspillite are creating artwork, jewelry.