Know all about Gossan and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Gossan belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Gossan is Rough, Sandy whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Gossan appears Dull and Banded and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Gossan is metallic while that of Taconite is earthy. Gossan is available in brown, brown- black, gold, green, rust colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Gossan are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, gemstone and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.