Know all about Jadeitite and Shonkinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Jadeitite is Earthy whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Jadeitite appears Rough and Dull and Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Jadeitite is waxy and dull while that of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull. Jadeitite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors whereas Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Jadeitite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, jewelry and that of Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.