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