Know all about Mangerite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Mangerite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Mangerite is Phaneritic whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Mangerite appears Shiny and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Mangerite is subvitreous to dull while that of Taconite is earthy. Mangerite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Mangerite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.