Know all about Larvikite and Granophyre properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite and Granophyre belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Granophyre is Granophyric. Larvikite appears Shiny and Granophyre appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Granophyre is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Granophyre is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Granophyre are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.