Know all about Phyllite and Shonkinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite and Shonkinite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.