Know all about Essexite and Travertine properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Travertine belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Travertine is Banded. Essexite appears Banded and Travertine appears Fibrous. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Travertine is dull to pearly. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Travertine is available in beige, black, blue, brown, grey, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Travertine are cemetery markers, creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, paper industry, pottery.