Know all about Travertine and Nepheline Syenite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Travertine belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Nepheline Syenite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Travertine is Banded whereas that of Nepheline Syenite is Granular. Travertine appears Fibrous and Nepheline Syenite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Travertine is dull to pearly while that of Nepheline Syenite is greasy to dull. Travertine is available in beige, black, blue, brown, grey, red, white, yellow colors whereas Nepheline Syenite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Travertine and Nepheline Syenite are cemetery markers, creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, paper industry, pottery.