Know all about Gossan and Obsidian properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Gossan belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Obsidian belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Gossan is Rough, Sandy whereas that of Obsidian is Glassy. Gossan appears Dull and Banded and Obsidian appears Shiny. The luster of Gossan is metallic while that of Obsidian is vitreous. Gossan is available in brown, brown- black, gold, green, rust colors whereas Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Gossan are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, gemstone and that of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums.