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