Know all about Essexite and Gossan properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Gossan belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Gossan is Rough, Sandy. Essexite appears Banded and Gossan appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Gossan is metallic. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Gossan is available in brown, brown- black, gold, green, rust colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Gossan are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, gemstone.