Nanker

Nanker

Nanker (also known as Nankier) (ca. 1270–1341), born Jan Kołda, was a Polish noble of Oksza coat of arms, bishop of Kraków (1320–1326) and bishop of Wrocław (1326–1341).

Supporter of king Władysław I Łokietek and archbishop and primate of Poland Jakub Świnka. He initiated the construction of the Wawel Cathedral. In 1337 he excommunicated John of Bohemia.

Preceded by
Jan Muskata
Bishop of Kraków
1320–1326
Succeeded by
Jan Grot
Preceded by
Nikolaus of Banz (administrator)
Bishop of Wrocław
1326–1341
Succeeded by
Preczlaw of Pogarell