Know all about Taconite and Claystone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite and Claystone belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Claystone is Clastic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Claystone appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Claystone is dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Claystone is available in black, blue, brown, green, grey, orange, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Claystone are pottery.