From bars of bullion to ETFs, there's plenty of ways to invest in gold

How to invest in gold — and is it worth it? CNBC Pro takes a look at the pros and cons of each — and the potential risks involved

A selection of gold bars and one-ounce gold coins at Gold Investments Ltd. bullion dealers in London, UK, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.Chris Ratcliffe | Bloomberg | Getty Images

Gold has been coveted for thousands of years, with its beauty, versatility and reputation as a safe haven making it hard to resist. From bars of bullion to mining stocks and ETFs, there's myriad ways to get involved.

But has gold historically been a good investment? CNBC Pro takes a look at the pros and cons of investing in gold, where you can put your money — and the potential risks involved.

This story originally appeared on: CNBC - Author:Lucy Handley