Know all about Felsite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Felsite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Felsite is Arborescent Patterned, Vitreous whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Felsite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Felsite is vitreous while that of Taconite is earthy. Felsite is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Felsite are mirror, jewelry and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.