A good generic rule of thumb is +\- 30" above the table which should be about 60" above your finished floor. Each specific fixture and furniture combination could need some adjustment from this based on the space.
Usually with a bit higher ceiling ( 9') i like the lowest part of the chandelier about 31 to 33" above table. Sometimes you just have to eyeball it during install.
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