Wow! That's a tough one.
The only thought I might add other than what's already been stated... how about a clock> You'd still have to fill in your 4 screw holes and probably make a smaller plater for the clock to pass through but, It might be made to look pretty good.
Here's one I was looking at the other day:
http://www.tpigauges.com/Quartz%20Clocks.htm