Know all about Essexite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Essexite appears Banded and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that 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.