Know all about Essexite and Nephelinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite and Nephelinite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Nephelinite is Aphanitic. Essexite appears Banded and Nephelinite appears Skeletal. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Nephelinite is vitreous to metallic. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Nephelinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Nephelinite are creating artwork, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).