Know all about Obsidian and Claystone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Obsidian belongs to Igneous Rocks while Claystone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Claystone is Clastic. Obsidian appears Shiny and Claystone appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Obsidian is vitreous while that of Claystone is dull. Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Claystone is available in black, blue, brown, green, grey, orange, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums and that of Claystone are pottery.