Obsidian and Essexite
All about Obsidian and Essexite Properties
Know all about Obsidian and Essexite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Obsidian and Essexite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Essexite is Granular. Obsidian appears Shiny and Essexite appears Banded. The luster of Obsidian is vitreous while that of Essexite is not available. Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums and that of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.