Know all about Gabbro and Porphyry properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Gabbro and Porphyry belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Gabbro is Phaneritic whereas that of Porphyry is Porphyritic. Gabbro appears Veined and Shiny and Porphyry appears Dull. The luster of Gabbro is not available while that of Porphyry is dull. Gabbro is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Porphyry is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, red, rust, white colors. The commercial uses of Gabbro are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Porphyry are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry.