Know all about Shonkinite and Serpentinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Serpentinite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Shonkinite is Earthy whereas that of Serpentinite is Earthy. Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated and Serpentinite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull while that of Serpentinite is waxy and dull. Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Serpentinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Serpentinite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.