Know all about Obsidian and Phyllite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Obsidian belongs to Igneous Rocks while Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty. Obsidian appears Shiny and Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy. The luster of Obsidian is vitreous while that of Phyllite is phyllitic. Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors. The commercial uses of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums and that of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.