Know all about Essexite and Icelandite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite and Icelandite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Icelandite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Essexite appears Banded and Icelandite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Icelandite is vitreous. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Icelandite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Icelandite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.