Know all about Trachyte and Larvikite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Trachyte and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Trachyte is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Larvikite is Phaneritic. Trachyte appears Banded and Larvikite appears Shiny. The luster of Trachyte is metallic while that of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull. Trachyte and Larvikite are available in black, brown, dark greenish - grey, green, grey, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Trachyte are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.