Know all about Taconite and Pegmatite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Pegmatite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Pegmatite is Pegmatitic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Pegmatite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Pegmatite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Pegmatite is available in black, brown, cream, green, grey, pink, red, rust, silver, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Pegmatite are creating artwork, jewelry, source of corundum, tourmalines, beryls and topaz.