Know all about Taconite and Essexite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Essexite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Essexite is Granular. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Essexite appears Banded. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Essexite is not available. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.