Know all about Taconite and Jaspillite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite and Jaspillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy. The luster of Taconite and Jaspillite is earthy. Taconite and Jaspillite are available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Jaspillite are creating artwork, jewelry.