Know all about Larvikite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Larvikite appears Shiny and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.