Know all about Gabbro and Essexite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Gabbro and Essexite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Gabbro is Phaneritic whereas that of Essexite is Granular. Gabbro appears Veined and Shiny and Essexite appears Banded. The luster of Gabbro and Essexite is not available. Gabbro and Essexite are available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Gabbro and Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.