Know all about Obsidian and Tephrite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Obsidian and Tephrite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Tephrite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Obsidian appears Shiny and Tephrite appears Vesicular. The luster of Obsidian is vitreous while that of Tephrite is subvitreous to dull. Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Tephrite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums and that of Tephrite are production of lime, soil conditioner.