Know all about Jaspillite and Shale properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Jaspillite and Shale belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Shale is Clastic, Splintery. Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy and Shale appears Muddy. The luster of Jaspillite is earthy while that of Shale is dull. Jaspillite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Shale is available in black, brown, buff, green, grey, red, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Jaspillite are creating artwork, jewelry and that of Shale are creating artwork, pottery.