Know all about Mangerite and Shonkinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Mangerite and Shonkinite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Mangerite is Phaneritic whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Mangerite appears Shiny and Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Mangerite and Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull. Mangerite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Mangerite and Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.