Know all about Shonkinite and Tonalite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shonkinite and Tonalite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Shonkinite is Earthy whereas that of Tonalite is Phaneritic. Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated and Tonalite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Shonkinite and Tonalite is subvitreous to dull. Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Tonalite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Shonkinite and Tonalite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.