 There is disagreement over whether the dynasty descends from simple Uzbeks or of true Mongolian origin.According to the Russian orientalist N.V. Khanykova, the Manġit dynasty was considered the oldest Uzbek family in the Bukhara Khanate descending from Timur Malik; from the division of which the tuk came the reigning dynasty, in addition, this clan enjoyed some special privileges.The Manghit dynasty issued coins from 1787 up until the Soviet takeover.