Know all about Larvikite and Essexite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite and Essexite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Essexite is Granular. Larvikite appears Shiny and Essexite appears Banded. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Essexite is not available. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.