Know all about Phyllite and Jaspillite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Jaspillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Jaspillite is earthy. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Jaspillite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Jaspillite are creating artwork, jewelry.