Know all about Essexite and Granulite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Granulite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Granulite is Granoblastic. Essexite appears Banded and Granulite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Granulite is vitreous. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Granulite is available in black, brown colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Granulite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, soil conditioner, tombstones.